The Doctor

Can a Person Who Has an Alcohol Allergy Tolerate One Type and Not Another?

Question by Zoe: Can a person who has an alcohol allergy tolerate one type and not another?
I know someone who began blacking out after drinking alcohol and the doctor suggested an “alcohol allergy” and said it could either be… Continue reading

8-9 Mm Herniated Disc?

Question by Phill: 8-9 mm herniated disc?
I was around 21 when I heard a big pop in my lower back bending over with a good bit of weight working oilfield construction. I could not get out of bed for… Continue reading

Would There Be Any Signs That I Have an Eating Disorder?

Question by Paula: Would there be any signs that i have an eating disorder?
I have been only eating dinner and purging dinner and sometimes taking laxatives. i have to get a physical today at the doctors…i have only been… Continue reading

With the “Public Option” Defeated, Should Soldiers and Vets Go Out and Purchase Private Insurance?

Question by Earth Needs Oil: With the “public option” defeated, should soldiers and vets go out and purchase private insurance?

Bettie: by ‘soldiers’ i meant all active duty service personnel

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Answer by vote_usa_first
With the 1.5 year waiting… Continue reading

Together We Stand, Episode 28

Together We Stand, episode 28
Mr. Jonas?” somebody called from one end of the waiting room. All 3 of us stood up quickly, and said, “yes?” The doctor, who looked very confused, beckoned …


 

 

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HIV Elimination in South Africa Could Be Achieved by Current Treatment Policy

HIV elimination in South Africa could be achieved by current treatment policy
The current antiretroviral treatment policy in South Africa could lead to elimination of HIV within the country over the next 24 to 34 years, but a universal test… Continue reading

Can I Join the Marines if I’ve Had a Labral Repair?

Question by Devin R.: can I join the marines if I’ve had a labral repair?
its been a bout eight months since my surgey, two since my final checkup. I’ve already had to back out because of another disqualifier, (A… Continue reading

Stateline Area Health News in Brief

Stateline Area Health News in Brief
The Heart Hospital at SwedishAmerican will host a heart health program for men and women at 5 p.m. on Oct. 29 at The Beloit Rotary River Center, 1220 Riverside Drive, in Beloit. At 5:15,… Continue reading

Amid Fraud Allegations, Rehab Doctor OKs Treatment Without Seeing Patients

Amid fraud allegations, rehab doctor OKs treatment without seeing patients
The doctor, now 84, was an easy target: He admitted to criminal investigators in 2009 that he didn't review his patients' medical records and might have signed some blank documents… Continue reading

Kidney Health: 13 Things You Need to Know

Kidney Health: 13 Things You Need To Know
It's important to know the symptoms of kidney disease, because it can be <a href="http://bodyandhealth.canada.com/condition_info_details.asp?disease_id=249" target="_blank">threatening to your overall health</a>. They include: puffy eyes, hands, and … Read more on Huffington Post… Continue reading