should it because ciggarettes dont only harm the smoker but other people around the smoker. if they were illegal it could save alot of peoples lifes. second hand smoke is so dangerous too. if you take the cigarettes away it elimanates first and secondhand.
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omg yes! they should definitely be illegal...they harm more than just the person smoking but the ppl around them and if drugs are illegal (cuz they are addicting) then cigarettes should b illegal too
no...if cigarettes are made to be illegal...you'd better make alcohol illegal too.why not make cars illegal too...they kill a lot of innocent poeple. We have to be able to make choices. I think as a society we are starting to see that smokins is bad but we are banning poeple from smoking in public places but not making it illegal so they can't even smoke in their own homes. PS I am a previous smoker who has quit for 8 years...I don't like smoke anymore but you have to look at the bigger picture, and we all have our own choices to make.
I'd vote for it. I'm fine with people pursuing whatever makes them happy, even if it's unhealthy and stupid, but if it hurts other people, you gotta draw the line.
No. Because booze is worse than smoking any day! Smoking doesn't impair your senses. Booze does. And if booze is legal then smoking should be.
yes because they are real killers to innocent people, for example BOTH my grandpas had lung cancer and passed away at young ages
i think it should be illegal to smoke in restaurants, bowling alleys, etc.
No.they get a LOT of money off tobacco products (cigars, cigarettes and chew). They'll never make them illegal--they'll just keep raising taxes on them.I used to smoke. Heck my whole family used to smoke. We figured out in 1 year, we saved a total of $13,104 by not buying cigarettes.I know second-hand smoke is dangerous. Just do the best you can to stay away from it. Stop patronizing restaurants that have smoking sections. Other than that, there really is no where else you get second-hand smoke. Unless you live with a smoker. Can't help you there.
Definately, if tobacco products were not manufactured then maybe us smokers could stop!
In no way less legal than alcohol.Or weed.Or fast cars.Or anything else that makes this life a bit less dull. Let us smoke.
Yes and don't forget that alcohol is a class A narcotic
As much as I would like to say yes because I probably hate the smell of cigarette smoke more than all of you guys answering this question combined, no I do not think so. I think people have to make their own decisions, you say it effects innocent people, maybe if there were just tighter restrictions on it, like you can't smoke in a house or car with minors in it, you cannot smoke in public unless in a designated smoking area, which would be an enclosed ventilated room, in malls and other large areas. You are right , but heck, if they want to kill themselves, good riddance!
What effects on society are you willing to deal with if you make it illegal? The mob would never have gained the power it did without prohibition. If you make tobacco illegal, then you will create a whole new class of criminals. How many of your friends who smoke are you willing to put in jail for smoking? How much in taxes are you willing to pay to support people in jail for tobacco use? You can forbid smoking around other people in public places, but you cannot legislate private morality. Any time it's been tried, it has failed miserably. Look at the "war" on drugs!
Smoking kills more people than alcohol 40,000 people die every year from second hand smoke
Only 17,000 die in DUI accidents
400,000 US people die from smoking every year
24% die from lung cancer that never smoked
SIDS Might be caused by second hand smoke Me I gave up a 5 pack a day habit, I am on oxygen I don't want smokers anywhere near me
who told you secondhand smoke was harmful?The people who dont want you to blame your lung cancer on air pollution. Its reported that being around secondhand smoke for 30 minutes or less a day in a severly congested room, is completely reversible.
No, but self-righteous people should be criminalized.
it should but the government is getting so much in tax money they can't unlegalized them
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Should a bruise be painful when you stand?
I broke my left foot a week ago. I went to the ER ASAP and was told it's a break, given crutches, and told to follow up. I went to the orthapedic surgeon and he said it's too swollen for a cast, stay off it, take painkillers and to follow up in 3 weeks. The problem I have is the bruising/swelling is very painful and I'm wondering if that's normal. I have my leg elevated and as soon as I move it to get up it HURTS! Words cannot explain how it hurts and it feels like it's going to explode, like the bloods all rushing to it.
I've tried to get up slowly and lower my leg in increments but nothing helps the pressure!
Is this normal and how long will it take to go away?
Also can I start to apply heat to the bruise since it's been a week?
Any advice would be great!
Answer:
This is not unusual.
I would not apply heat at this time, as it will increase blood flow to the area, and that's part of the problem already.
Elevate the leg above the heart, apply ice in 20 min on/ 20 min off increment. If you can tolerate it, you can ace-wrap it snuggly to help push some of that fluid out.
You should be taking ibuprofen (like 600 mg. every 4 hrs.) or some kind of anti-inflammatory drug.
It'll get better
i have often heard thgat bruises are painful and have long term affects.
sounds normal just tender im sure due to the injury.Things You Can Do About Bruising
If you develop bruising: apply ice to the area for about 20 to 30 minutes. This will help to constrict, or shrink the blood vessels that may be damaged and bleeding.
After the first 48 hours, you may use heated compresses (which may be a heating pad, or a very warm wash cloth), 2 or 3 times a day, to help reabsorb the blood. If you have pain at the site, you may take Acetaminophen (Tylenol庐) up to 4000 mg per day (two extra-strength tablets every 6 hours). If you have a bleeding disorder, you should avoid non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drugs, as well as aspirin, because these drugs may interfere with blood platelets, or prolong your bleeding. If you notice that you are bruising or bleeding easily, notify your health care provider of potential bleeding problems.
Make sure you tell your doctor, as well as all health care providers, about any other medications you are taking (including over-the-counter, vitamins, or herbal remedies). Do not take aspirin or products containing aspirin unless your health care provider permits this.
Remind your doctor or health care provider if you have a history of diabetes, liver, kidney, or heart disease
sometimes
As cliched as this may sound, there's nothing a good massage won't fix. Atleast in this case, it may be somewhat helpful.In addition to the bruise (contusion) you most likely have a hematoma (sort of like a deep bruise). A hot pack and gently rubbing/massaging the area could help speed up the reduction of the hematoma and associated pain.Before you take any OTC pain medications with your prescription meds, either check online or, better yet, consult your doctor to be sure that there aren't any potentially harmful drug interactions. Generally, with most pain killers, there's usually not.
I've tried to get up slowly and lower my leg in increments but nothing helps the pressure!
Is this normal and how long will it take to go away?
Also can I start to apply heat to the bruise since it's been a week?
Any advice would be great!
Answer:
This is not unusual.
I would not apply heat at this time, as it will increase blood flow to the area, and that's part of the problem already.
Elevate the leg above the heart, apply ice in 20 min on/ 20 min off increment. If you can tolerate it, you can ace-wrap it snuggly to help push some of that fluid out.
You should be taking ibuprofen (like 600 mg. every 4 hrs.) or some kind of anti-inflammatory drug.
It'll get better
i have often heard thgat bruises are painful and have long term affects.
sounds normal just tender im sure due to the injury.Things You Can Do About Bruising
If you develop bruising: apply ice to the area for about 20 to 30 minutes. This will help to constrict, or shrink the blood vessels that may be damaged and bleeding.
After the first 48 hours, you may use heated compresses (which may be a heating pad, or a very warm wash cloth), 2 or 3 times a day, to help reabsorb the blood. If you have pain at the site, you may take Acetaminophen (Tylenol庐) up to 4000 mg per day (two extra-strength tablets every 6 hours). If you have a bleeding disorder, you should avoid non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drugs, as well as aspirin, because these drugs may interfere with blood platelets, or prolong your bleeding. If you notice that you are bruising or bleeding easily, notify your health care provider of potential bleeding problems.
Make sure you tell your doctor, as well as all health care providers, about any other medications you are taking (including over-the-counter, vitamins, or herbal remedies). Do not take aspirin or products containing aspirin unless your health care provider permits this.
Remind your doctor or health care provider if you have a history of diabetes, liver, kidney, or heart disease
sometimes
As cliched as this may sound, there's nothing a good massage won't fix. Atleast in this case, it may be somewhat helpful.In addition to the bruise (contusion) you most likely have a hematoma (sort of like a deep bruise). A hot pack and gently rubbing/massaging the area could help speed up the reduction of the hematoma and associated pain.Before you take any OTC pain medications with your prescription meds, either check online or, better yet, consult your doctor to be sure that there aren't any potentially harmful drug interactions. Generally, with most pain killers, there's usually not.
Shortness of breath and slight chest pains?
I've had sob (shortness of breath) and a tension in my chest for the past few days. I am a 22 yr old otherwise healthy female and I am currently in college with no health insurance, and the health clinic is too expensive for me right now. What could be my problem and what can I do about it being that my circumstances are the way they are?
Answer:
Are you under a lot of stress? See your guidance counselor, they should be able to steer you in the right direction. College is stressful, I think your symptoms may be related to stress.
If you've recently started hormone based birth control (the pill, the patch, NuvaRing, etc.), you could have blood clots in your lungs. The risk for this increases if you are a smoker.The most common sign that you have blood clots is pain and swelling in one or both of your legs.If this sounds like you, get to an ER, quick.
it could be stress. I sometimes get pain in my chest also and I am a mother with alot of stress.
It could be stress related but depsite no health insurance %26 the expense of the health clinic, you need to be seen by a doctor. Don't wait !!
Sounds to me like you have asthma. It might not even be full blown asthma but just allergy induced which is what I get,Every summer, I get a tight feeling in my chest and I can't breathe good. I have bad allergies so, every allergy season my bronchial tubes tighten up, and that's what it sounds like is happening to you.My recommendation is to go get a bronchodilater of some kind. That is just fancy talk for any medicine that opens up your breathing tubes. The best one that I have found is Primatine Mist. it comes in an inhaler and you can buy it in any local pharmacy. Fire fighters and construction workers use it a lot because they breathe in crap all day long. It really does work too, give it a try and see if it works.Also if it doesn't go away then you might want to go see a doctor about it.
Email me if you have any questions at all
I am definitely not a doctor. But I am going to tell you what I did when I had the same problem. Lie down on your back. Take 40 deep breaths( as deep as possible) Turn to your right side and take 40 deep breaths. And finally turn to your left side and take an additional 40 deep breaths. Do this every morning and every evening until you are better. It worked for me. I hop it will for you.
can happen because of smoking. only need to take oxygen for an hour and you will be fine.
Do not smoke or drink excessively .....that includes Alcohol and coffee. And no drugs please.
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Are you under a lot of stress? See your guidance counselor, they should be able to steer you in the right direction. College is stressful, I think your symptoms may be related to stress.
If you've recently started hormone based birth control (the pill, the patch, NuvaRing, etc.), you could have blood clots in your lungs. The risk for this increases if you are a smoker.The most common sign that you have blood clots is pain and swelling in one or both of your legs.If this sounds like you, get to an ER, quick.
it could be stress. I sometimes get pain in my chest also and I am a mother with alot of stress.
It could be stress related but depsite no health insurance %26 the expense of the health clinic, you need to be seen by a doctor. Don't wait !!
Sounds to me like you have asthma. It might not even be full blown asthma but just allergy induced which is what I get,Every summer, I get a tight feeling in my chest and I can't breathe good. I have bad allergies so, every allergy season my bronchial tubes tighten up, and that's what it sounds like is happening to you.My recommendation is to go get a bronchodilater of some kind. That is just fancy talk for any medicine that opens up your breathing tubes. The best one that I have found is Primatine Mist. it comes in an inhaler and you can buy it in any local pharmacy. Fire fighters and construction workers use it a lot because they breathe in crap all day long. It really does work too, give it a try and see if it works.Also if it doesn't go away then you might want to go see a doctor about it.
Email me if you have any questions at all
I am definitely not a doctor. But I am going to tell you what I did when I had the same problem. Lie down on your back. Take 40 deep breaths( as deep as possible) Turn to your right side and take 40 deep breaths. And finally turn to your left side and take an additional 40 deep breaths. Do this every morning and every evening until you are better. It worked for me. I hop it will for you.
can happen because of smoking. only need to take oxygen for an hour and you will be fine.
Do not smoke or drink excessively .....that includes Alcohol and coffee. And no drugs please.
Short sighted people........?
Stop wasting money on glasses just hold the book closer to your face or put your nose on the computer screen. OR even buy a hudge plasma screen to fill a whole wall in your house! and PRESTO money saved on glasses!!Am I clever or what?
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Ha flipping Ha. Very funny, what did you eat for breakfast ....dopey flakes?
OK - the TV bit works - I do that at home. However, how would you suggest we drive - right up the boot/trunk of the car in front so we can see it?!?!?
And I'm supposed to sit in the front row at the cinema am I?
no you're stupid. the reason we wear them is so we can se things in the distance. duh
i would say what
Oh, okey, so you DO give advice on myopia, after all. Thanks!
Yes but that doesn't answer the question about how you'll manage without your white stick %26 dog...leave that with me, I'm sure I'll come up with something
You are referring to longsighted people not the short sighted - get your facts right and you may be funny in the end
Been reading Viz have we?
So $300 every 2 years or so is more expensive thana humongous plasma TV (a 60" is about $2500)
AND
finding all your books in large print (not every book comes in large print)
AND
the traffic accidents caused because you couldn't see what was going on (One rear-ender can cost from $300 to thousands of dollars)
AND
the reduction in quality of life (how can one put a price on seeing the world??)Uh, ok, sure, I'll give up my glasses.
*roll eyes at dopes who don't think*Yeah, clever, but a complete idiot. The world is full of smart people who refuse to THINK.
So, we're supposed to save money on glasses, but spend 10 to 20 times as much on a huge plasma screen television? Ha ha ha ... where are the savings in that?
and how do you expect me to be able to cross the road without getting killed?
I tried the bates method once, where you are supposed to do away with your glasses and train your eyes to see. I was a danger to myself and others and gave up soon after.
ur just stupid, the reason were short sighted and wear glasses is so we can see in the distance.
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Ha flipping Ha. Very funny, what did you eat for breakfast ....dopey flakes?
OK - the TV bit works - I do that at home. However, how would you suggest we drive - right up the boot/trunk of the car in front so we can see it?!?!?
And I'm supposed to sit in the front row at the cinema am I?
no you're stupid. the reason we wear them is so we can se things in the distance. duh
i would say what
Oh, okey, so you DO give advice on myopia, after all. Thanks!
Yes but that doesn't answer the question about how you'll manage without your white stick %26 dog...leave that with me, I'm sure I'll come up with something
You are referring to longsighted people not the short sighted - get your facts right and you may be funny in the end
Been reading Viz have we?
So $300 every 2 years or so is more expensive thana humongous plasma TV (a 60" is about $2500)
AND
finding all your books in large print (not every book comes in large print)
AND
the traffic accidents caused because you couldn't see what was going on (One rear-ender can cost from $300 to thousands of dollars)
AND
the reduction in quality of life (how can one put a price on seeing the world??)Uh, ok, sure, I'll give up my glasses.
*roll eyes at dopes who don't think*Yeah, clever, but a complete idiot. The world is full of smart people who refuse to THINK.
So, we're supposed to save money on glasses, but spend 10 to 20 times as much on a huge plasma screen television? Ha ha ha ... where are the savings in that?
and how do you expect me to be able to cross the road without getting killed?
I tried the bates method once, where you are supposed to do away with your glasses and train your eyes to see. I was a danger to myself and others and gave up soon after.
ur just stupid, the reason were short sighted and wear glasses is so we can see in the distance.
Shoe lifts?
I had total hip replacement May 10, and have found that the leg on the operated side is longer than the other. I need to get a shoe lift, and would like to know what kind of lifts people have found to be the best, and where to purchase them. I would prefer buying them online, if possible. I am also wondering if this leg difference will change over time. I would appreciate any input from people who have any info to give me. Thanks
Answer:
The leg difference can change over a couple of years but most likely will not. you will not be able to get the shoes online until you have been properly fitted. You will have to have someone fit you with the proper lift first.
Answer:
The leg difference can change over a couple of years but most likely will not. you will not be able to get the shoes online until you have been properly fitted. You will have to have someone fit you with the proper lift first.
Shock massager? (a massager that shocks you it feels good)?
ok i have had a massager that massages you with shocks but i lost it and i cant find another does any1 kno any website who has them
Answer:
I got something like that from my physical theropist. It is called a Tens unit. If you have chronic pain, you could ask your DR. about getting one, your insurance may cover it. Mine did. Otherwise they cost around $800 if you are paying out of pocket.
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I got something like that from my physical theropist. It is called a Tens unit. If you have chronic pain, you could ask your DR. about getting one, your insurance may cover it. Mine did. Otherwise they cost around $800 if you are paying out of pocket.
Shingles. What is the long term effect of having shingles?
I had shingles 14 years ago while pregnant.I am a 37 year old female.For over seven years now when someone touches my lower back i scream in pain. I have been to several doctors, 2 were back specialists, 3 choiropractors, 1 theropist, acupunture. Not one doctor understands why i am like this.No medicine helps.The only thing that shows up in my blood is Epstein Barr Syndrome. They all say its no big deal, almost everyone has it.I do have epelepsy and have been taking depekene for over 25 years. Taking depo provera for about 15 years. Had 2 epedorals from c-sections and while pregnant 15 years ago had shingles. Could any of these be a factor?My xrays and MRI's show mild arthritis in the lumbosacral articulation at the L5-S1 level. The pain level is much more than mild.I am looking into having lazer surgury in florida
Answer:
I don't think your unusual low back pain is relate to shingles.Because you have shingle 14 years ago,even postherapetic neuralgia could as long as for one year but no case report will last or recurrent after 10 years more later.We all know that the varicella-zoster virus will stay with you for ever but if it flare up will have typical symptoms;rash pain and not just have pain.Here has some questions;what kind of touch create such pain? light touch on skin or deep pressure on muscles,spine or other structure? and the pain is sharp,dull or other,radiate to your thighs,legs or other area? You have seizure disorder you must followup by a neurologist and what he thinks.Do you have EMG test and what result. are.? What type of seizure disorder you have ?general or focal?I think you need to r/o other neurological illness.talk to your neurologist will get better answer.
I have them and I just had a scar and that was it so I don't know what happened!!
Wow, I had shingles like 7 years ago. The only thing I have noticed is when I get really stressed out and tired I get that burning within sensation in my lower back (where mine mainly were). You will get alot of different people that tell you alot of different things with shingles. I think it's different with each person. There's also alot of health myths out there about them. It sounds like you have other health issues though to, so be carefull that you have a doctor that truly knows you, if you do anything. Best wishes!
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I don't think your unusual low back pain is relate to shingles.Because you have shingle 14 years ago,even postherapetic neuralgia could as long as for one year but no case report will last or recurrent after 10 years more later.We all know that the varicella-zoster virus will stay with you for ever but if it flare up will have typical symptoms;rash pain and not just have pain.Here has some questions;what kind of touch create such pain? light touch on skin or deep pressure on muscles,spine or other structure? and the pain is sharp,dull or other,radiate to your thighs,legs or other area? You have seizure disorder you must followup by a neurologist and what he thinks.Do you have EMG test and what result. are.? What type of seizure disorder you have ?general or focal?I think you need to r/o other neurological illness.talk to your neurologist will get better answer.
I have them and I just had a scar and that was it so I don't know what happened!!
Wow, I had shingles like 7 years ago. The only thing I have noticed is when I get really stressed out and tired I get that burning within sensation in my lower back (where mine mainly were). You will get alot of different people that tell you alot of different things with shingles. I think it's different with each person. There's also alot of health myths out there about them. It sounds like you have other health issues though to, so be carefull that you have a doctor that truly knows you, if you do anything. Best wishes!
Shin splints-custom vs OTC orthotics?
1. i have flat feet (or so my doctor believes)
2. i have shin splints--never endinghe recommended orthotics.
any one tried both dr.scholl's orthotics and custom ones for shin splints? are the custom ones a rip off? can you give me some details about the effectiveness of each, or pros and cons of each before i spent $500?
thanks
Answer:
The OTC ones are cheap, but they can also be harmful. The can hit pressure points in your feet that can cause a lot more pain. The custom fit ones are made for you, and only you. Everyone has different shapes and unique features in their feet, and the OTC ones are generic and made for general purpose use. I know that the feet can be a tricky part of the foot to deal with because of all the nerves and pressure points.
Personally, I spent the extra money for custom made ones and they made a HUGE difference with knee, back and shin pain.
Good luck.
Hey, you can always try the OTC ones and if it doesn't help, go to get ones made.
2. i have shin splints--never endinghe recommended orthotics.
any one tried both dr.scholl's orthotics and custom ones for shin splints? are the custom ones a rip off? can you give me some details about the effectiveness of each, or pros and cons of each before i spent $500?
thanks
Answer:
The OTC ones are cheap, but they can also be harmful. The can hit pressure points in your feet that can cause a lot more pain. The custom fit ones are made for you, and only you. Everyone has different shapes and unique features in their feet, and the OTC ones are generic and made for general purpose use. I know that the feet can be a tricky part of the foot to deal with because of all the nerves and pressure points.
Personally, I spent the extra money for custom made ones and they made a HUGE difference with knee, back and shin pain.
Good luck.
Hey, you can always try the OTC ones and if it doesn't help, go to get ones made.
Shin splints?
I have shin splints. I rested them for about a week and a half, then ran and they still hurt. Any ideas on how to fix them?
Do I need to go to a podiatrist or orthopedic?
Answer:
Shin splints are small tears in the muscle at their point of attachment to the shin bone. It is associated with the repetitive use of the ankle dorsiflexors (the muscle bulk beside the shin bone-tibia, on the outer side from the front). It can be prevented by warming up. The most effective kind of warm-up is by stretching. You can do this by sitting on your heel so that your soles are facing upwards. Increase the stretch by lifting the big toe upward. Small tears or microtears within the muscles are believed to facilitate growth of more muscle fibers as a result of the repair process. Increased number of muscle fibers = enlarged muscle mass = increased strength.Shin splints can be treated by rest, icing and/or wearing proper footwear.See a sports medicine specialist and get a prescription to outpatient Physical Therapy.
Hope this helps.
Go for an MRI. You could have stress fractures.
get arch supports
Do I need to go to a podiatrist or orthopedic?
Answer:
Shin splints are small tears in the muscle at their point of attachment to the shin bone. It is associated with the repetitive use of the ankle dorsiflexors (the muscle bulk beside the shin bone-tibia, on the outer side from the front). It can be prevented by warming up. The most effective kind of warm-up is by stretching. You can do this by sitting on your heel so that your soles are facing upwards. Increase the stretch by lifting the big toe upward. Small tears or microtears within the muscles are believed to facilitate growth of more muscle fibers as a result of the repair process. Increased number of muscle fibers = enlarged muscle mass = increased strength.Shin splints can be treated by rest, icing and/or wearing proper footwear.See a sports medicine specialist and get a prescription to outpatient Physical Therapy.
Hope this helps.
Go for an MRI. You could have stress fractures.
get arch supports
Sharp stabbing pain in the heel of the foot??
I have started, in the past week or so to get a real sharp stabbing pain in the heel of my left foot. It is a strong enough pain to make you cry out, but will only last between 10 seconds and a minute. It is not worse after rest or in the morning and can strike at any time of the day or night. I even get it during the night, while at rest. There is no pain or aching generally and I can walk fine once the pain has subsided.
I have the pain, maybe 3 or 4 times per day.
Any idea's??
Answer:
It sounds to me like a heel spur caused by Plantar Fasciitis. It's a painful inflammatory condition caused by excessive wear to the plantar fascia of the foot. The pain is usually felt on the underside of the heel, and is often most intense with the first steps of the day. This condition often results in a heel spur on the calcaneus, in which case it is the underlying condition, and not the spur itself, which produces the pain.You should go have it checked by a Podiatrist.
Heel spur? (See a doctor - anytime you have severe stabbing pain it requires a dr. visit.)
I had it but i forgot wat its called. It made me stop soccer for a while.
It depends...it could be from wearing bad shoes like high heals often, or you could have a planters wart which can feel like you're stepping on glass. (I had one on my toe years ago) they are usually under the surface of your skin so it's hard to see
Massage your heel, and ice it... if it dosent go away in 4 days then see a local doctor, nothing scary, just a vist.
Possible heal spur. Your podiatrist can give you a cortisone shot to relieve the pain (i know needles are scary but it makes the pain a lot more manageable).
you probably have some spurs..its very common
i have the same problem and my dr. told me it is tendonitis
I have the pain, maybe 3 or 4 times per day.
Any idea's??
Answer:
It sounds to me like a heel spur caused by Plantar Fasciitis. It's a painful inflammatory condition caused by excessive wear to the plantar fascia of the foot. The pain is usually felt on the underside of the heel, and is often most intense with the first steps of the day. This condition often results in a heel spur on the calcaneus, in which case it is the underlying condition, and not the spur itself, which produces the pain.You should go have it checked by a Podiatrist.
Heel spur? (See a doctor - anytime you have severe stabbing pain it requires a dr. visit.)
I had it but i forgot wat its called. It made me stop soccer for a while.
It depends...it could be from wearing bad shoes like high heals often, or you could have a planters wart which can feel like you're stepping on glass. (I had one on my toe years ago) they are usually under the surface of your skin so it's hard to see
Massage your heel, and ice it... if it dosent go away in 4 days then see a local doctor, nothing scary, just a vist.
Possible heal spur. Your podiatrist can give you a cortisone shot to relieve the pain (i know needles are scary but it makes the pain a lot more manageable).
you probably have some spurs..its very common
i have the same problem and my dr. told me it is tendonitis
Sharp pain..?
I have kind of a sharpish dullish pain on my left hip. It feels like it's on the bone, but i know it's not. I can feel it inside where it is actually at, but it's making my hip bone hurt. Has anyone ever felt this? If so, what is it? It hurts to the point my eyes are watering..
Answer:
take a tylenol, then get to a doctor. the hip is a bad place for pain, as if it is serious and gets worse, the joint will be badly affected and may have permanent damage. don't wait, just go if it hurts. better safe than sorry
hope you feel better
you might have arthritis
You have Sciatica; I treat many clients just like you. In just one hour the pain is gone. Why don鈥檛 you try massage? Source: www.energymassagecenter.com.
It is most likely a pinched nerve. Various things can cause this but there are medications and therapies that can correct it. I would first go to your doctor and try to get a diagnosis. If it is in fact nerve pain, ask your md to prescribe neurontin for the pain.
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take a tylenol, then get to a doctor. the hip is a bad place for pain, as if it is serious and gets worse, the joint will be badly affected and may have permanent damage. don't wait, just go if it hurts. better safe than sorry
hope you feel better
you might have arthritis
You have Sciatica; I treat many clients just like you. In just one hour the pain is gone. Why don鈥檛 you try massage? Source: www.energymassagecenter.com.
It is most likely a pinched nerve. Various things can cause this but there are medications and therapies that can correct it. I would first go to your doctor and try to get a diagnosis. If it is in fact nerve pain, ask your md to prescribe neurontin for the pain.
Sharp pain upper right shoulder near collarbone?
I get this sharp pain in my upper right shoulder near my collar bone, straight above the front of my arm pit. It's accompanied by burning sensation going down the side of my arm. Along with more pain when I breath out deeply. It usually goes away, but is sticking around this time.
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i would suggest seeing a doctor on this one since it seems to be getting worse. it sounds like it could be nerve related since it is traveling down the arm.
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i would suggest seeing a doctor on this one since it seems to be getting worse. it sounds like it could be nerve related since it is traveling down the arm.
Sharp pain shooting through my foot?
I dont know if it has anything to do with me being 8 months pregnant, but whenever I walk I get this sharp pain the shoots through my foot from the top of my foot down through my big toe... anyone have any idea what it is?
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It could be many things from a stress fracture to nerve compression from swelling to stress from activity and increased weight. You would have to give some body much more information to get a good idea oof what is bothering you.
i dont know if this is how you spell it but artharitic
sinacher: ;D
Well my aunt had the same problem and what she did was check out those zcoil shoes and those helped her and she also wrapped her toes with the bangage wrap tight and then after like 3 days it was gone
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It could be many things from a stress fracture to nerve compression from swelling to stress from activity and increased weight. You would have to give some body much more information to get a good idea oof what is bothering you.
i dont know if this is how you spell it but artharitic
sinacher: ;D
Well my aunt had the same problem and what she did was check out those zcoil shoes and those helped her and she also wrapped her toes with the bangage wrap tight and then after like 3 days it was gone
Sharp pain right underneath my stomach?
the last week i've had very sharp pains off and on throughout the day, say maybe six give or take. sometimes it feels like it travels to the top of my leg not much though. anyone have an idea on what it is. i can't go the doctor i don't have insurance so thats pretty much out of the questions unless something serious happens to where im forced to go to the emergency room. thanks all
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If its on the right side it could be your appendix acting up but this is usually a continual pain. Try hydrating. Lots of water and Gator aid type products to help your water content and electrolites. Many leg and stomache problems are lack of water.
There is no medicine for almost all painful diseases. Hence they become chronic.
Acidity, excessive wind, cold , constipation, intestinal inflammation;Blockage in the flow of Vital Energy are their causes. None of them can be treated with medicine. Our 100% success in treating migraine %26H/A confirms it.
Acupuncture is the best treatment. I can treat it with naturopathy and YOG, but how can you manage pl see.
A glass of warm water + 1/2 lemon juice + (little ginger paste if you get) will solve your problem within few minutes.
Continue with L.W. or citrus fruits for 3 days or till you feel good hunger.
Fast on cocoanut water for a day or three if there is chronic constipation will vanish both the problems.
Aglass of buttermilk five times a day (not sour) will also solve the problems.Source(s):
SHREE SWASTHYAYOG TREATMENT, TRAINING %26 RESEARCH INSTITUTE
R.H. 鈥?19, Jhulelal Society, Sector 鈥?2/E, Airoli, Navi Mumbai, INDIA.
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If its on the right side it could be your appendix acting up but this is usually a continual pain. Try hydrating. Lots of water and Gator aid type products to help your water content and electrolites. Many leg and stomache problems are lack of water.
There is no medicine for almost all painful diseases. Hence they become chronic.
Acidity, excessive wind, cold , constipation, intestinal inflammation;Blockage in the flow of Vital Energy are their causes. None of them can be treated with medicine. Our 100% success in treating migraine %26H/A confirms it.
Acupuncture is the best treatment. I can treat it with naturopathy and YOG, but how can you manage pl see.
A glass of warm water + 1/2 lemon juice + (little ginger paste if you get) will solve your problem within few minutes.
Continue with L.W. or citrus fruits for 3 days or till you feel good hunger.
Fast on cocoanut water for a day or three if there is chronic constipation will vanish both the problems.
Aglass of buttermilk five times a day (not sour) will also solve the problems.Source(s):
SHREE SWASTHYAYOG TREATMENT, TRAINING %26 RESEARCH INSTITUTE
R.H. 鈥?19, Jhulelal Society, Sector 鈥?2/E, Airoli, Navi Mumbai, INDIA.
Sharp pain on right side of rib cage? Help?
Posting for a friend who has been having pains for over a month on her right rib cage underneath her breast. The pain is sharp and consistent, she has been feeling constipated, and has had quite a bit of gas. She has anemia so I am wondering if that could factor in to anything. I'm trying to urge her to go to the emergency room but she is being hard headed. Any clue about what this may be so I can inform her of the urgency to address this?
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Underneath her breast?? It could just be a cramp, but there is a SEVERE chance that it is more, perhaps a collapsed lung. I've had 6 spontanious collapsed lungs and while yes, laying down may help, there is a high chance that if you don't go to the hospital it can worsen and collapse the other one and you can die.Get your friend to the ER immediately.
i ahve pains there sometimes too but it fades...it sounds like a cramp but if it has been going on for so long then Im not sure. Is there any trouble breathing?
From the location, it sounds like gall bladder. If this is the case, the pain will only get worse. There is a fairly simple operation to have it removed. I would keep bugging her till she goes, even if she gets mad. Better to be safe than dead! Best wishes!
It could be so many things, and your friend really ought to try to get the doctor, to advise her. Is she in a bad position, financially so that a doctor visit would be difficult, or does she just not want to undergo testing? Sometimes it is so much more helpful just to go to the doctor's office and have problems rectified right away, so that nothing more results from whatever is going on. She may be concerned that it is something really serious, or may be just stubborn, but she is not helping herself, this way. Maybe, if she is unwilling to go to the emergency room, you could encourage her just to call her regular doctor. If she would let you help her, then you could do this, or let her do it on her own. If she tells them the symptoms she is having, they may be willing to see her quite expediciously if they have openings. If her doctor is difficult to get appointments with, then maybe she should find one that can more readily see her when she has a problem. If your friend is unhappy with her doctor's office, that may be playing into the whole situation. Some doctor's offices don't seem to listen to the patient when it seems important to get in to be seen, and the patient may even get off the phone feeling like it doesn't really matter. In the event that her doctor may be exhibiting a "poor bedside manner", this may be a large part of her reluctance. See if you can encourage her just to call her doctor.
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Underneath her breast?? It could just be a cramp, but there is a SEVERE chance that it is more, perhaps a collapsed lung. I've had 6 spontanious collapsed lungs and while yes, laying down may help, there is a high chance that if you don't go to the hospital it can worsen and collapse the other one and you can die.Get your friend to the ER immediately.
i ahve pains there sometimes too but it fades...it sounds like a cramp but if it has been going on for so long then Im not sure. Is there any trouble breathing?
From the location, it sounds like gall bladder. If this is the case, the pain will only get worse. There is a fairly simple operation to have it removed. I would keep bugging her till she goes, even if she gets mad. Better to be safe than dead! Best wishes!
It could be so many things, and your friend really ought to try to get the doctor, to advise her. Is she in a bad position, financially so that a doctor visit would be difficult, or does she just not want to undergo testing? Sometimes it is so much more helpful just to go to the doctor's office and have problems rectified right away, so that nothing more results from whatever is going on. She may be concerned that it is something really serious, or may be just stubborn, but she is not helping herself, this way. Maybe, if she is unwilling to go to the emergency room, you could encourage her just to call her regular doctor. If she would let you help her, then you could do this, or let her do it on her own. If she tells them the symptoms she is having, they may be willing to see her quite expediciously if they have openings. If her doctor is difficult to get appointments with, then maybe she should find one that can more readily see her when she has a problem. If your friend is unhappy with her doctor's office, that may be playing into the whole situation. Some doctor's offices don't seem to listen to the patient when it seems important to get in to be seen, and the patient may even get off the phone feeling like it doesn't really matter. In the event that her doctor may be exhibiting a "poor bedside manner", this may be a large part of her reluctance. See if you can encourage her just to call her doctor.
Sharp Pain on Left Side (right under rib)?
This just started for me: I'll get this horrible sharp pain under my left lowest rib. It is brought on when I take a breath in. It will last for about 30 seconds to a minute. Each time I take a breath, it gets worse until I can breath in enough and it stops. I researched online and found my exact symptoms and it's called precardial catch syndrome. Anyone hear of this? is it related to gas? Is it dangerous. I can't see going to the doc right now...it doesn't happen all the time. I think he'll look at me like i'm crazy!
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i am not 100% sure if what you have is a pericardial catch syndrome, or something else. i too would experience that once in a while, usually after some exertion or excercise. pericardial catch syndrome is rather a serious diagnosis which may lead to all other heart conditions. but, in my medical-surgical class, we have another explanation for that.the muscles which hug our rib cage comes layers and usually
shoot from different directions, more like overlapping plates of stretched muscle fibers. sometimes, some of the inner muscles come out of aligment and may cause to in-fold and kink, when this happens, the moment you breath, you will feel a sharp tearing or stabbing pain usually on the lower portions of your rib cage. the pain can sometimes be so painful your whole body stops moving and you stop breathing as well, for fear of making the pain get worse. sometimes you feel as if you need to bend over to the affected side, because when you breath, it feels as if your lungs cannot expand as well and your side feels like tearing.whenever this happens, do not panic. instead, put a finger or two to the site of the pain, and slowly massage it while breathing slowly. keep massaging until you feel the tension gives out and the initial pain subsides. relax and no sudden movements. just breath deeply and relax.but, if the pain persists and this happens like constantly, then go see a doctor. especially if after the initial pain, you feel some numbness.
it could be wind painmaybe a kidney stonegoto your hospital and seek medical attention...goodluck
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i am not 100% sure if what you have is a pericardial catch syndrome, or something else. i too would experience that once in a while, usually after some exertion or excercise. pericardial catch syndrome is rather a serious diagnosis which may lead to all other heart conditions. but, in my medical-surgical class, we have another explanation for that.the muscles which hug our rib cage comes layers and usually
shoot from different directions, more like overlapping plates of stretched muscle fibers. sometimes, some of the inner muscles come out of aligment and may cause to in-fold and kink, when this happens, the moment you breath, you will feel a sharp tearing or stabbing pain usually on the lower portions of your rib cage. the pain can sometimes be so painful your whole body stops moving and you stop breathing as well, for fear of making the pain get worse. sometimes you feel as if you need to bend over to the affected side, because when you breath, it feels as if your lungs cannot expand as well and your side feels like tearing.whenever this happens, do not panic. instead, put a finger or two to the site of the pain, and slowly massage it while breathing slowly. keep massaging until you feel the tension gives out and the initial pain subsides. relax and no sudden movements. just breath deeply and relax.but, if the pain persists and this happens like constantly, then go see a doctor. especially if after the initial pain, you feel some numbness.
it could be wind painmaybe a kidney stonegoto your hospital and seek medical attention...goodluck
Sharp pain near the right, lower back side of my head.?
It happens frequently when I'm on the computer. Yes, I know I should get off the computer if it occurs, but is this something specifically serious?
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There are two large tendons that go from your shoulders to the base of your skull. One of them may be "locked up". A chiropractor should be able to help.
it could be many things if you are on your pc for extended periods of time it is probably a muscle spasm. if not or just to be safe any way you should talk to your personal doctor
This could possibly be nerve related. It is something that needs to be checked out by a dr. I would recommend having this evaluated by your dr to see what they think is going on.
You could have a parasite worm in your head...
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There are two large tendons that go from your shoulders to the base of your skull. One of them may be "locked up". A chiropractor should be able to help.
it could be many things if you are on your pc for extended periods of time it is probably a muscle spasm. if not or just to be safe any way you should talk to your personal doctor
This could possibly be nerve related. It is something that needs to be checked out by a dr. I would recommend having this evaluated by your dr to see what they think is going on.
You could have a parasite worm in your head...
Sharp pain in bladder??
Since this afternoon i have been gettting a sharp pain on and off in my bladder. It doesnt hurt when i pee what could it be?
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The most common cause would be an infection- can be of any of the body parts in that area, including bladder, prostate, urethra. Of those, a bladder infection is the most common and is easily treated with antibiotics. However, the pain may be caused by an STD, which can present with varying symptoms. STDs can cause infertility if not treated, so go see your dr so s/he can help you find out; if it is, often it is treatable with antibiotics as well.
most likely early onset of a bladder infection. See your local doctor.
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The most common cause would be an infection- can be of any of the body parts in that area, including bladder, prostate, urethra. Of those, a bladder infection is the most common and is easily treated with antibiotics. However, the pain may be caused by an STD, which can present with varying symptoms. STDs can cause infertility if not treated, so go see your dr so s/he can help you find out; if it is, often it is treatable with antibiotics as well.
most likely early onset of a bladder infection. See your local doctor.
Sharp pain at outer side of my knee?
i'm an athlete. Been doing a lot of stair master, squats, lunges etc. haven't been running in a while. Recently started having pain around the knee area when walking, going DOWN stairs, bending the knee. tender to touch. the location is on the outer side of the leg, at level of patella but to the side, so i DON"T think it's not the knee cap. Feels like possibly a tendon, ligament, joint thing. pain worse and stiff in the morning. ice helps. Taped it today and felt better in the afternoon. attempted a light job and sharp shooting pain began withing a couple of minutes. any ideas what it could be? Anything serious? can I do anything to speed the healing? anyone had prolotherapy?
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Sounds like a strain or tear of your lateral collateral knee ligament. If particularly severe and/or not responding to rest, ice, bracing/wrapping, and ibuprofen...it might be worth seeing a doctor and getting an MRI. If its a significant tear (or if the meniscus is injured), you might need arthroscopic knee surgery to fix it. Or, hopefully it is just a strain and the rest, ice, ibuprofen, with later stretches and exercises will take care of it.Prolotherapy (debateably helpful) is more for chronic pain, not the acute pain you have...and would not be helpful for a torn ligament +/- meniscal injury.Hope this helps.
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Sounds like a strain or tear of your lateral collateral knee ligament. If particularly severe and/or not responding to rest, ice, bracing/wrapping, and ibuprofen...it might be worth seeing a doctor and getting an MRI. If its a significant tear (or if the meniscus is injured), you might need arthroscopic knee surgery to fix it. Or, hopefully it is just a strain and the rest, ice, ibuprofen, with later stretches and exercises will take care of it.Prolotherapy (debateably helpful) is more for chronic pain, not the acute pain you have...and would not be helpful for a torn ligament +/- meniscal injury.Hope this helps.
Sharp momentary pains in right temporal lobe?
I have been getting sharp, momentary pains in my right temporal lobe. They aren't whole headaches. They are simple unbearable pains on or near my right temple. The spot is always the same and very specific.I'm a fairly built guy and used to pain, but these short, lightening-fast pains stop me in my tracks. I can't function for the one or two seconds they occur. I had them a couple of years ago for a period of time, but haven't had them since... until now.I've had three in the last 6 hours. Doctor couldn't help me before. Has anyone heard of this? Solution? 22 y/o male
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I literally feel your pain. I get those as well and its the worst feeling ever. I had one doc tell me it was tooth related, i had another tell me it was stress related.
Im sorry I dont have an answer for you. I do know that some local hospitals offer headache studies where they actually pay you to come in and watch your brain activity. Call around or google your area to see if this is available.
Good luck.
Why do you think these headaches are stemming from your temporal lobe? It sounds more like a round of cluster headaches.
I'm having the same problem. I've been getting sharp momentary pains in the right temple area for the past couple years - maybe once every few months - but lately it's a couple times a week. The National Institute of Health web site (nih.gov) mentioned something that usually occurs in older people (50+) called temporal arteritis that could be potentially serious. I'm going to make an appointment with my physician to be on the safe side. Best of luck to you.
The pain I get now is below my right ear. The frequency comes and goes, depending on what I do. I had a few experiences in the past (about 7years ago) which was far worse, it occurred on the entire head for 3 days and I couldn't do anything but to lie in bed. I took blood test but doctor couldn't find anything and just said was virus. [ For this pain I think I finally found the cause, it might have been the cold wind that goes into my ear, pain will not be at a specific part of the brain. ]For my current pain, I suspect its the coffee that I take at my workplace (Moccana) because I've had it several times a few months ago and it went off after I stopped coffee altogether. Recently I forgot about it and had coffee on Sun (International Roast) and it was ok. It wasn't until yesterday when I took coffee at work and started having the pain again. Mine is coupled with extreme tiredness and I keep yawning. Normally the frequency of the pain reduces when I put a cold pack gel on the spot where it hurts, and goes away after I have a nights sleep. (I've read that temporal lobe is linked to visual, so that might be related as to why sleeping is better than staying awake)The pain might be called migraine, and this might tie to epilepsy, because I spoke to my aunt who has epilepsy and she has nearly the same pain that I am experiencing, only far worse than mine. (I am 24yrs/female)
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I literally feel your pain. I get those as well and its the worst feeling ever. I had one doc tell me it was tooth related, i had another tell me it was stress related.
Im sorry I dont have an answer for you. I do know that some local hospitals offer headache studies where they actually pay you to come in and watch your brain activity. Call around or google your area to see if this is available.
Good luck.
Why do you think these headaches are stemming from your temporal lobe? It sounds more like a round of cluster headaches.
I'm having the same problem. I've been getting sharp momentary pains in the right temple area for the past couple years - maybe once every few months - but lately it's a couple times a week. The National Institute of Health web site (nih.gov) mentioned something that usually occurs in older people (50+) called temporal arteritis that could be potentially serious. I'm going to make an appointment with my physician to be on the safe side. Best of luck to you.
The pain I get now is below my right ear. The frequency comes and goes, depending on what I do. I had a few experiences in the past (about 7years ago) which was far worse, it occurred on the entire head for 3 days and I couldn't do anything but to lie in bed. I took blood test but doctor couldn't find anything and just said was virus. [ For this pain I think I finally found the cause, it might have been the cold wind that goes into my ear, pain will not be at a specific part of the brain. ]For my current pain, I suspect its the coffee that I take at my workplace (Moccana) because I've had it several times a few months ago and it went off after I stopped coffee altogether. Recently I forgot about it and had coffee on Sun (International Roast) and it was ok. It wasn't until yesterday when I took coffee at work and started having the pain again. Mine is coupled with extreme tiredness and I keep yawning. Normally the frequency of the pain reduces when I put a cold pack gel on the spot where it hurts, and goes away after I have a nights sleep. (I've read that temporal lobe is linked to visual, so that might be related as to why sleeping is better than staying awake)The pain might be called migraine, and this might tie to epilepsy, because I spoke to my aunt who has epilepsy and she has nearly the same pain that I am experiencing, only far worse than mine. (I am 24yrs/female)
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