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Your muscles help you move and help your body work. Different types of muscles have different jobs. There are many problems that can affect muscles. Muscle disorders can cause weakness, pain or even paralysis.

There may be no known cause for a muscle disorder. Some known causes include

Injury or overuse, such as sprains or strains, cramps or tendinitis
Genetics, such as muscular dystrophy
Some cancers
Inflammation, such as myositis
Diseases of nerves that affect muscles
Infections
Certain medicines

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Open Question: Would I be a good police officer? (Sun, 12 Feb 2012 05:24:25 GMT)
I'm a freshman in high school, and I eventually want to become a cop, and eventually, a homicide detective. I feel pretty confident about myself and I think I'd do pretty well, but I want to know what the LEOs around here think. Personality wise, I consider myself very mentally strong. I handle stressful situations pretty well, and I always keep my emotions in check too. I'm inquisitive and I have really good analytical skills, and I have really good grades, too. Now, even though most depart
Open Question: pelvic floor muscles keep twitching randomly and pain? (Sun, 12 Feb 2012 01:45:05 GMT)
This is a bit personal so sorry haha. Basically I went through a stage recently of masturbating a lot, like twice everyday, and I didn't actually want to do it but I was scared I'd get sexual health problems or disorders if I didn't, I have severe ocd so this was probably what caused this obsession. I haven't done it for a couple of weeks now but ever since I've stopped I've had pain 'down there' randomly and my pc muscles randomly twitch, and I'm having problems where my pelvic floor muscles
Resolved Question: Healing unhealthy/knotted muscle tissue? (Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:00:03 GMT)
I figured I'd ask on here and see if anybody knew anything. I grind my teeth a lot at night and have symptoms similar to TMJ disorder. A dentist specializing in this x-rayed my jaw joints and said nothing was wrong with them. He made me a mouth guard to sleep in and told me to exercise and work on stress management. I do at least 30 minutes of aerobic exercise a day and I just bought a book that showed me a few stretches for my head/back/neck muscles. Shoulder rolls, shrugs, head roll, stuff l
Resolved Question: I think my boyfriend has an eating disorder, help? (Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:34:05 GMT)
Does my boyfriend have an eating disorder..? First off, he's 24, lives alone, and has aspergers. He is obsessed with food, health, and being thin. He is very thin, always looks pale white (like he's sick) and has no muscle what so ever. His bones are visible, and whenever I see his naked body I feel sick. He binges a lot. For example: He will eat more than anyone could almost ever think of eating. He will have an entire carton of ice cream, mixed with chocolate, cream, vinegar, and anything e
Resolved Question: Does my boyfriend have an eating disorder..? (Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:28:04 GMT)
First off, he's 24, lives alone, and has aspergers. He is obsessed with food, health, and being thin. He is very thin, always looks pale white (like he's sick) and has no muscle what so ever. His bones are visible, and whenever I see his naked body I feel sick. He binges a lot. For example: He will eat more than anyone could almost ever think of eating. He will have an entire carton of ice cream, mixed with chocolate, cream, vinegar, and anything else he fancies at the time. He mixes it all up
Resolved Question: I think I have social anxiety? Need some help.? (Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:51:56 GMT)
well, to give you some background info i'm 16 and a junior in HS. After about 7th grade I got really shy, or so I thought. It got progressively worse as I got into highschool. I avoid all social interaction whatsoever, just stay home. I hate meeting people, talking at all. I'm even afraid to ask questions during class, I'd rather just fail the subject then have to ask something in front of people. I'v been looking into this for a couple weeks now and I recently discovered social anxiety. What
Resolved Question: What is your opinion on St.John's Wort? (Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:19:17 GMT)
St. John’s wort is an herb. Its flowers and leaves are used to make medicine. St. John’s wort is most commonly used for depression and conditions that sometimes go along with depression such as anxiety, tiredness, loss of appetite and trouble sleeping. There is some strong scientific evidence that it is effective for mild to moderate depression. Other uses include heart palpitations, moodiness and other symptoms of menopause, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compuls
Resolved Question: What is your opinion on St. John's Wort? (Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:15:40 GMT)
St. John’s wort is an herb. Its flowers and leaves are used to make medicine. St. John’s wort is most commonly used for depression and conditions that sometimes go along with depression such as anxiety, tiredness, loss of appetite and trouble sleeping. There is some strong scientific evidence that it is effective for mild to moderate depression. Other uses include heart palpitations, moodiness and other symptoms of menopause, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compuls
Voting Question: I have a few questions relating to weight training/ Health? (Tue, 17 Jan 2012 01:23:06 GMT)
I'm 16 years old 5'6 about 115-120 Curl 30-35s Bench 25s DB Press 30s/35s Lats - 100 Chip ups 15 ( 15 proper ones ) Tricept pull down 70 Health Issues/Relations asthma when I was young/ Smoke weed/ I wouldnt say eating disorder But I'd only eat when I'm hungry. Id usually eat one big meal a day which would be dinner breakfast is more of a snack Alright so I'm determined to join my local gym and do some hardcore workout sessions when summer break starts. Currently I work out everyday because
Resolved Question: what rate of DLA am I entitled to? (Fri, 13 Jan 2012 18:17:53 GMT)
i get JSA (getting off it soon), housing benefit and CT benefit and i've been told i'm entitled to DLA because I have schizoaffective disorder and I am often unable to work, not that i have the time to. i had to leave my last job as a office cleric because i got sectioned under the Mental Health Act for 20 days, i was detained for making threats to destroy the world and kill everybody to my manager when I was acutely psychotic after he had a go at me and I am very tolerant to meds because I am
Resolved Question: What neurological disorder do i have? (Fri, 13 Jan 2012 06:43:49 GMT)
So it started with just me being tired and some neck pain I was told it was just a muscle spasm in my neck do to stress but for the past 2 months its been getting progressively worse. After the initial diagnose I was prescribed muscle relaxers and an anti inflammatory and told id be fine but after about 2 weeks the pain had spread down my back and my right arm with the feeling of tightness I continued the meds and after another week I ended up in the emergency room because every muscle on my
Resolved Question: Any girls going through this too? (Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:30:59 GMT)
Being a teenage girl is hard enough with no health problems, but trying adding a few into the equation. Im going to introduce to you, a tad bit of my "girl" life. Periods? Haha, that is a joke. I havent had a period since August. Sounds alright in theory but it has affected my health drastically. Last year I was a 15 year old girl, thinking and considering having sex but too consious about my weight. That was when I weight 150 appx and most of it was muscle. Yah, I was no twig but I wasnt "fat
Voting Question: im so worried i have an underlying health issue.? (Sat, 07 Jan 2012 00:16:21 GMT)
first of all i do have anxiety disorder. and it can cause lots of symptoms. but im not convinced. i have heart palpitations ringing in ears and stuff like that. im worried i have a really bad problems. ive been checked out alot. and im a huge hypochondriac. everytime i have an ache or pain i freak out thinking i have a serious problem. my mom keeps telling me that there is nothing wrong with me and if there was you would really know it. it just is really bothering me. and i dont know how to
Resolved Question: Why am I Experiencing Joint Pain,Muscle Weakness and Shaking? (Sun, 01 Jan 2012 11:31:07 GMT)
I have been to A and E and been told my heart is fine, blood tests fine, urine fine,EKG fine,chest x ray fine, blood pressure fine. My main symptom is muscle weakness and feeling myself shaking and quivering. Its usually when i am up doing stuff like housework. I don't faint or pass out, but i feel like i could if i didn't stop and rest/take breaks. Sometimes I Feel a Little Dizzy and Disorientated. I do have a history of mental health/Generalized Anxiety Disorder/Bipolar Its not diabete
Open Question: please help with health?!?!? (Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:15:15 GMT)
1. What is the key to maintaining a healthy weight? (1 point) Cutting carbohydrates Aerobic exercise Balancing calorie intake with calories burned Not eating late at night 2. Most fad diets fail because: (1 point) They do not help the dieter change bad eating habits They can be used by people with eating disorders They can do more harm than good They do not work 3. A successful weight loss or weight management plan: (1 point) Will allow the die
Resolved Question: Bio Help, Please!!!!!? (Fri, 16 Dec 2011 01:02:44 GMT)
14. While mRNA strands are being created, a sequence is sometimes miscopied. What is the worst that could happen to a cell should this take place? (2 points)The cell will die once it tries to use that strand of mRNA. The cell will have to destroy any ribosomes that use the mRNA strand. The cell will not make functional proteins from that mRNA strand. The cell will pass the mRNA mutation on to all the cells made from it. 15. Which genetic mutation would cause the most dramatic change in t
Resolved Question: What eating disorder or health problem do i have? (Sun, 04 Dec 2011 00:53:03 GMT)
Ohkay im 5'1 im 15 years old and I weigh 110 my waist is 25in (kinda small) but then I have big thighs im in boxing and soccer but due to boxing I have some muscle in arms and legs so I don't know much pounds is from muscle okay well anyway its been a while that i've been trying to get to 103 to 105 .....because idk I just think that's a good weight for me but sometimes.....I workout and starve myself to try and achieve it like I have soccer practice from 3:30 to 5:00 and I don't eat since lun
Resolved Question: Very alarming problem, severe muscle twitches while falling asleep! What is it!? ? (Mon, 28 Nov 2011 22:12:21 GMT)
Why does my face "involunarily frown" as im falling asleep? Is it a sleep disorder or neurological? I'm 25 years old and work nights. I sleep during the day and for a while I've experienced periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD) in my legs as I'm falling asleep. Within the last few weeks, however, something else has been happening. On random occasions while I'm falling asleep the corners of my mouth will shoot down. It causes my facial expression into a frown in which I have absolutely no c
Resolved Question: Personal Fitness MidTerm...multiple choice.....JUST CHECK MY ANSWERS? (Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:00:13 GMT)
14. The straightening movement of muscles at a joint is referred to as ____________. (1 point) • Flexion • Endurance • Extension ********************* • Stretching 20. Range of motion (R.O.M.) exercises can help to improve ________________ as well. (1 point) • Progression • Overload ********************* • Flexibility • Bone density 23. Which of the following statements is not true? (1 point) • Pulmonary arteries carry blood to both lungs • Blood is distributed throughout t
Voting Question: Penis atrophy/shrinkage? (Mon, 28 Nov 2011 07:24:46 GMT)
*) In case u r questioning my validity of being a real asker, instead of a troll, please read my sincere posts here: http://sci.rutgers.edu/forum/showthread.php?t=171000 thanks Hello, I'm 19. Plz forgive me before for posting this Berlin's wall of text.. So.. I've been googling these time looking for the culprit why my penis and testicles have never been as big as they were when I was 14. It used to be 6/6.5 inch, now it's only 5/5.5 inch when erects, also is a lot thinner and less muscular
Resolved Question: Personal Fitness MidTerm Help.....multiple choice? (Sat, 26 Nov 2011 14:43:45 GMT)
14. The straightening movement of muscles at a joint is referred to as ____________. (1 point) • Flexion • Endurance • Extension • Stretching C. Slow, controlled movements through a full range of motion, best for warm up D. Holding stretches for 20 seconds, best for cool down 18. Dynamic (1 point) C or D 19. Static (1 point) C or D 20. Range of motion (R.O.M.) exercises can help to improve ________________ as well. (1 point) • Progression • Overload • Flexibility
Resolved Question: How do I get over this binge eating for good? (Fri, 25 Nov 2011 15:26:55 GMT)
I use food as my friend. I eat when I'm bored, lonely, upset etc. I work out so I'm not fat at all. I have a lot of muscle so I naturally have a fast metabolism which means I am constantly eating. It's getting to the point where it's embarrassing and affecting my health. I'm exhausted everyday bc I eat so many carbs and sugars. For example this is what I had yesterday: B- Quaker oatmeal with honey and a protein shake L- some turkey, a Sugar cookie D- an entire meal of Fridays sizzling chicken
Resolved Question: Is it just Arkansas or every where in the US? Family can NOT find jobs.? (Sat, 19 Nov 2011 07:58:52 GMT)
My husbands brother has been 7 years since he was fired from his last job. His wife has not had work in 4 years. Now our son has been unemployed since July of this year. And his wife has been unemployed since August.Sure his brother only has an 8th or 9th grade education and has a Reading and Writing handicap. But still not even being able to get work in fast food places. He mows yards and dumpster dives and sells metal for a living. Our son has his Class A CDL and Forklift and Warehouse work
Resolved Question: Fad Diets--Personal Fitness Help? (Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:23:09 GMT)
1. What is the key to maintaining a healthy weight? (1 point) Cutting carbohydrates Aerobic exercise Balancing calorie intake with calories burned Not eating late at night 2. Most fad diets fail because: (1 point) They do not help the dieter change bad eating habits They can be used by people with eating disorders They can do more harm than good They do not work 3. A successful weight loss or weight management plan: (1 point) Will allow the dieter to lose weight quickly Must practice
Voting Question: What's wrong with me? Autoimmune disorder? (Fri, 18 Nov 2011 09:07:37 GMT)
I started having double vision off an on in July. It became permanent in September along with muscle pain in my chest and arms and weakness, twitching and tremors in my legs and arms. I''ve also had much higher than normal blood pressure, tachycardia, and heavily pounding heart (worse at night). Long term symptoms including weight gain, increased hair growth, and fatigue resemble a thyroid problem which I've also been told I don't have. I was tested for Myasthenia Gravis and the antibodie
Resolved Question: Weakness, Neurological disorders? (Sat, 12 Nov 2011 05:06:58 GMT)
24, female, diagnosed with Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy. Not MS. I was only given a creatine kanease test, which was high but not extreme. I have symptoms that ended up with me in a wheelchair because I had two major surgeries within 4 mos and it was a bit of shock on my system, made things worse than they should be. However I notice that with excersize and supplements like CoQ10, selenium, amino acids, and vitamins. My muscles will have more tone, even become stronger.. I have hypothyroid,
Resolved Question: Yellow rectal mucus with chills/joint pain? (Sat, 05 Nov 2011 01:56:42 GMT)
Over the last few days Ive had quite a high fever (that is starting to come down a little but I still keep swapping between feeling extremely cold and sweating until my bed clothes are ringing wet) Ive also had general myalgia, muscle aches. All over my body. I didnt think anything of it, until today when I had a bowel movement there was a lot of yellow mucus. And for the previous 2 weeks have had heavy diarrhoea. I didnt think too much of the diarrhoea, as I am in recovery for anorexia. I
Resolved Question: want to join army, former foster youth? (Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:38:07 GMT)
ive always wanted to join the army, and have done excellent in all academics. i build muscle extremely quickly, just my genetics, no drugs or enhancers. i am very attentive, and learn quickly. probem: i grew up in foster care. every placement i was in was unstable, unreliable, and (excuse the language) ****** up. the whole foster care system is ****** up. the "counselers" are only there because the majority have no college education, and cant find a better job. they enjoyed picking on and sta
Resolved Question: Is there any relief from my apparently chronic health anxiety? (Mon, 17 Oct 2011 22:43:01 GMT)
I am a 16 year old male with a few minor health conditions including: asthma, eczema, allergies (indoor and outdoor) and a recurring sinus infection (likely due to the allergies and lack of adequate treatment of them). Now, all of those conditions have been diagnosed and are being treated. But what about the other ones that I keep cycling through? First I think I have a blood disorder(didn't). Thought a muscle defect in my calf was a malignant sarcoma(was a fascia defect from an early age, eve
Resolved Question: What Cause of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? (Sat, 15 Oct 2011 16:53:58 GMT)
I began taking D-Ribose Chewable 2 weeks ago. I am taking 1 to 2 of the recommended 3 times a day 1,500 mg. When I take one I have a 2-3 hour window of energy boost. Enough energy that I am now able to go to the gym and do a nice upper body workout. I seem not able to tolerate cardio type exercises like the exercise bike. The only cardio I can do without crashing is the Viper Rope Pull down machine. I am currently slowly building up with resistance bands and lite weight machines. I am going in
Resolved Question: Can I ever stop this pain? (Thu, 06 Oct 2011 05:19:18 GMT)
I have a pain problem. And its destroying me inside. Im 25 years old and male (people tell me to include that.) And for my entire life I have had a problem. For some reason I do not know, and cant even comprehend really, all forms of touch (both from myself and from others) causes extreme pain. No matter how light it is, or firm. No matter where it is, the pain is constant. This isnt nervousness either. It feels like knives or electricity blasting through me; the more sensitive areas (on my
Resolved Question: How do I stay so focused on losing weight? Advice from anyone but especially P90X? (Wed, 05 Oct 2011 19:09:12 GMT)
**If you don't want to read all of this please skip to the last paragraph. It explains things in a very simplified way. Please read it all if you can. I would really appreciate it. I am in college with a double major and a minor. I go to school full time and my family just moved into a smaller house less than a year ago. We are still trying hard to downsize everything and it is very hard to keep things clean since we used to have room in our house for more stuff and now we don't. I am respons
Resolved Question: What can cause muscle weakness and internal shaking? (Tue, 04 Oct 2011 17:41:41 GMT)
I have been to ER's for the past couple months and Dr's.. ALL of them say my heart is fine, blood tests fine, urine fine,EKG fine,chest x ray fine, blood pressure fine, color fine, etc etc.. My MAIN symptom is.. muscle weakness and feeling myself shake/tremor internally (people can't see it on the outside.. but inside I feel so shaky) Its usually when i am up doing stuff like walking,cleaning,doing laundry,shopping.walking my dogs,etc. I don't faint or pass out, but i feel like i could if i
Resolved Question: I feel depressed and angry and feel manipilated..? (Tue, 27 Sep 2011 14:35:49 GMT)
The reason of this depression and anger is because of the feeling that I've been abused by the medical industry. I believe now that in some sort of way I must have got intoxicated or something. Be it by a vaccine, be it something else, the only thing I strongly believe in is that it is caused by something outside of my own doing. The thing is when I was very young I always had to throw up and my heart was racing and extreme anxiety, also a lot of stomach aches I kept complaining about, but fo
Resolved Question: My wife wants to quit her $39k job that is supporting the family because she believes it's a man's job to work? (Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:03:33 GMT)
Back in 2002, my wife (21 at the time) and I (20) had our first child. After his birth it took my wife and I 2 years to find a "stable job" to support him under since we both struggled with low paying jobs that we kept getting fired/quit from. From 2003 to 2010 I worked a job that brought in the majority of the income (ending pay was $41k); meanwhile, my wife was going for her associate's degree in accounting and working various jobs to help with bills. In April of 2010, I lost my job and fell
Voting Question: My wife wants to quit her $39k job that is supporting the family. Asked once, not enough answers. Help? (Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:03:12 GMT)
Back in 2002, my wife (21 at the time) and I (20) had our first child. After his birth it took my wife and I 2 years to find a "stable job" to support him under since we both struggled with low paying jobs that we kept getting fired/quit from. From 2003 to 2010 I worked a job that brought in the majority of the income (ending pay was $41k); meanwhile, my wife was going for her associate's degree in accounting and working various jobs to help with bills. In April of 2010, I lost my job and fell
Resolved Question: Many different illnesses are they all linked together? (Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:56:58 GMT)
I have panic disorder, panic attacks, high blood pressure, ancanthosis Nigerians, and I have had a hysterectomy at age 25. When I lie on my stomach with my head lifted up I feel like I am going to pass out and there is a pressure in my temples. I also have migraines, horrible sinus problems, acid reflux, and muscle spasms. I hurt all over most of the time and I have scoliosis. I have gained tons of weight in 4 years and can't seem to get rid of it. I also feel tired alot. I have begged m
Voting Question: Trying to gain weight and muscle? (Tue, 13 Sep 2011 22:33:50 GMT)
I have a rare metabolic disorder known as Galactosemia. I'll sum it up, but if you want the whole story, I welcome you to google it. Galactosemia prohibits me from intaking milk or milk products. Much like lactose intolerant, except it's a more strict diet, and I can't lose it or grow out of it. I've been real tall and skinny my whole life, and it's endangering my health (normal BMI is the target for everyone; below normal can be just as bad as obesity - I'm 6'3" 148 lbs). Nutrition and
Voting Question: How can I get really healthy? (Sun, 11 Sep 2011 21:45:56 GMT)
I really want to dedicate myself to my health. I have had an eating disorder for about 2 years, starting out with mostly phsycological stuff and random fad diets and fasts, to more fasts and then binges. I was always nomal weight, but this year I got worse and my mind drove me insane and I started to fast longer, binge less and purge when I did and became underweight. I am SO tired of this, and my bf is so worried, the first person worried actually and he is helping me get better!! :) He does
Resolved Question: could I have a blood clot? (Thu, 08 Sep 2011 10:08:10 GMT)
I have health anxeity and panic disorder since about 3 months ago. I'm 16 years old and don't have any medical health problems or a family history of anything. I'm in perfect health, the only thing I have is anaemia. 10 days ago I got a very through blood test and it can back all clear just with the anaemia. on Monday I think I pulled a muscle that caused my mid back to hurt and my chest to hurt when I breathed in, but this has gone down since then. I have constant chest pain and tightness be
Resolved Question: What is wrong with me? (Tue, 06 Sep 2011 23:52:46 GMT)
For two years, especially the past nine months, ive been having some very complicated health problems. Noone believes me that I have all these symptoms but I do and Im not exagerating them and I'm not a hypocondriac. Im scared and I don't know what to do. Some of these symptoms have been with me since I was ten, like low stamina and my heart speeding up to fast. Some have been with me since I was sixteen like the hypersomnia and insomnia and fatigue problems. But it seems the past nine months
Resolved Question: Genetic disorder question regarding my son.. need help!? (Sun, 28 Aug 2011 20:30:26 GMT)
Ok.. so since birth my son has had several issues.. The doctors are pretty sure he has a genetic disorder.. But they can't seem to figure out which one.. he has been tested for cri du chat syndrome, di george syndrome, down syndrome, fragile x syndrome, ameno acid deficiencies, and several other things.. They have also looked at his chromosomes.. and he is missing a VERY tiny piece of chromosome 5..they thought that might be part of the reason for everything.. but they tested me and found I to
Resolved Question: Anorexia disorder information!!? (Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:15:56 GMT)
Hi, I'm doing a biotechnology project over eating disorders including anorexia, and I was wondering if anyone could help me with anything relating to this disorder; I'm looking for personal experiences, wht it does to your health, why people do it, how long till muscles start slimming down, etc. Anything, any information but I'm concentrating on npersonal experiences.
Resolved Question: Does it sound like I have Generalized Anxiety Disorder? (Mon, 15 Aug 2011 02:18:57 GMT)
I'm 19 years old and have struggled with anxiety issues since 13 years of age. -Most of the time my heart races and sometimes I have palpitations when I'm laying down in bed at night that last for a while. -I worry about my health a lot (i.e. I think I have something wrong with me all the time) -I get random moments of fear that I can't shake off -I have episodes of fear, panic, sweating, heart racing, hands going numb and tingling, and feeling like I can't get enough air -Something is always
Resolved Question: Auto-Immune Disorder Help??!!? (Sun, 07 Aug 2011 03:28:36 GMT)
I was diagnosed with eczema about two months ago and then a month later with psoratic arthritis in my back and prescribed voltaren but now everytime that I break out my muscles stiffen and are so sore and Ive started to get horrific migraines again which i havent had since I was 4-5 yesrs old ontop of all my health issues. Nothing helps and its really worrysome for me since im going to college in two weeks. Does anyone have a clue what is causing this? Im only 18 so i shouldnt be in THIS much
Resolved Question: How can I lower my body fat percentage and waist to hip ratio? (Mon, 01 Aug 2011 04:41:27 GMT)
I'm a 17 year old girl. I have had type 1 diabetes for almost 3 years. I workout 5 to 6 times a week, eat healthy meals 5-6 times a day, drink plenty of water, always have pre/post-workout snacks (including low carb/fat high protein shakes blended with 4 small frozen strawberries). I'm usually on my feet doing something. I have (safe) active sex every other day. (No criticism please, I'm on continuous birth control and have talked to my mom about my sex life and use condoms.) When I workout I
Resolved Question: Medical mystery - swelling of left calf for over 12 months and intermittent leg pain? (Sun, 31 Jul 2011 03:01:10 GMT)
Hi there, I am not sure if anyone can help me but I have symptoms that have baffled a lot of medical professionals.I have had a swelling in my left calf since May 2010 - previous to this I never had any swelling,however from my late teens I did get an awful pain every once in a while in my leg, around my knee & downwards during the night and it actually brought me to tears, the only thing to get rid of it was strong painkillers. Thankfully, I worked within the health service in research and a
Resolved Question: DS: Doggie Rehab - would you do it? (Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:32:00 GMT)
Article below. Question: Would you pay for your dog's rehab? Would you dip in to your retirement savings like one couple (below) did? What do you think? **************************************************************************** http://www.thestar.com/news/article/1029858--doggy-rehab-massage-aquatherapy-and-treats-on-the-menu-for-toronto-dogs Reprint of attached article. Maddie is getting on in years. She has arthritis. Her once sprightly gait has been reduced to a shuffle, and her n
Resolved Question: A few random medical questions mainly about anxiety? (Sat, 23 Jul 2011 20:44:24 GMT)
I have been feeling a sharp pain in my neck (like where the Carotid artery is) just started this morning...I have extreme anxiety...what can it be?? Is it something to worry about? I have been given Paxil 20 mg: Does a higher dosage of an antidepressant start working faster then a lower dosage or do all antidepressants take 4-12 weeks to work???? Anyone ever take Paxil?? What side effects did you have?? Did it work for you??? How long did it take to work???? Is chest tightness and random
Resolved Question: Industrial poisons & the mental health of an industrialized society What are responsibilities of government? (Sat, 02 Jul 2011 10:53:30 GMT)
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF HYPERSENSITIVITY? *Heightened sensitivity to light or darkness. *Abnormal sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures. *An aversion to noise, touch, movement, odors, etc. *Unexplained feelings of apprehension or uneasiness. *Feelings of inferiority, embarrassment or shame. *Feelings of irritability, agitation or annoyance. Those who are easily frightened or alarmed sometimes become overly disturbed and provoked, displaying irrational outbursts of anger, road rage,

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