Dr. Robert Vanderbrook

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Very likely: Probability of pregnancy after unprotected intercourse is 30% 1-2 days before ovulation. The probability is 15% at 3 days before ovulation, and 12% o... Read More

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A 39-year-old female asked:

What blood pressure reading is considered too low?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

It depends: How low is too low depends on the person, but for most people anything below 90/60 is considered too low. Common symptoms of low BP are lightheadedne... Read More

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A 16-year-old female asked:

I am a female, but i have excess hair growing on my chin, on my neck and around my nipples. anything to stop that? please help its embarassing

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Hirsutism: Excess face or body hair on a woman can have a few causes. Sometimes over the counter products can provide temporary relief. Precription medicine like... Read More

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A 21-year-old male asked:

Can you have a mature red blood cell that doesn't contain iron inside of it?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Blood: Mature blood cells do not contain a nucleus. The heme part of the hemoglobin molecules have iron attached. This mechanism allows for oxygen to bind t... Read More

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A female asked:

Pls doctor am concerned that i pass gas from my vagina and its becoming too often. its like rectal farths. i am not sexually active. solution pls?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Vaginal gas: Air passing from the vagina is sometimes due to normal expanding and contracting of the vaginal walls. However, this can also be a sign of rectovagin... Read More

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A 27-year-old female asked:

When do you need to have sex before you ovulate to get pregnant. is it a day or 2before ovulation .

Family Medicine 24 years experience

1-2 days is best: The probability of pregnancy is highest with intercourse 1-2 days before ovulation. At that point the probability is 30%. It drops to 15% three days ... Read More

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A 35-year-old female asked:

Night-time nasal dry crusting. i wear a cpap. how can i reduce this? am 1 1/2 weeks post-septoplasty. this was normal for me pre-surgery.

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Humidify: Most CPAP machines are able to provide optional humidified air. You can also use nasal saline spray. Make sure you drink adequate fluids.

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A female asked:

My foot pain in only the left foot. it feels like burning and needles.. from my foot all the way up to my knee?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

See your doctor: Burning and needles sensation in the foot and leg implies a problem with the nerves. This could be due to multiple causes, including neuropathy, diab... Read More

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A 27-year-old female asked:

Can stretching your neck muscles while poking and prodding at your neck muscles and tendons leave pain in that region afterwards? thank you

Family Medicine 24 years experience

It depends: When doing stretches, always use proper technique. Do not press too hard with your fingers if you want to massage yourself. This does not sound like... Read More

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A 66-year-old female asked:

What are the effects of amiodarone on stomach?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Multiple: Amiodarone is associated with multiple side effects including nausea,vomiting, constipation, even pancreatitis. See your doctor if you have any persis... Read More

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A female asked:

Is mash good to eat during a pregnancy and why?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Mash is ok: Mash (mashed potatoes) is high in starch and a good source of energy. Several pregnant women have nausea, especially during the first trimester. Mas... Read More

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A male asked:

What means "patient considered not immune to infection with hbv?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Hepatitis B: Many people these days have been vaccinated against Hepatitis B, and such immune status appears as positive Hep B surface antibodies on their blood te... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

Having a very severe migrane, nausea, dizziness .. keeps occuring past 3days. what can this mean ? im also 25weeks 4days pregnant

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Headache: These could be symptoms of pre-eclampsia. See your doctor right away for proper evaluation and treatment.

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A 35-year-old female asked:

Is there anything, besides saline/netipot, that will help septoplasty healing? is there such a thing as over-doing the ocean spray?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Ask the surgeon: Ocean spray is normal salt water and is safe for continuous use. Ask your surgeon which topical medications are also safe and effective for use after ... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

I already asked this before but my question wasn't that clear. can you test that your pregnant the day or two after you had intercourse?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Not likely: Pregnancy tests vary in sensitivity but for the most part it takes approximately seven days after conception for pregnancy to be detectable. This is t... Read More

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A 17-year-old female asked:

So i didn't think my boyfriend had a canker sore in his lip but that day after he gave me oral sex i got red blisters that popped and they hurt like crazy and it burns to pee.... i think i have genital herpes and i don't want my parents to find out i'm so

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Herpes: There are good medications that your doctor can prescribe for this problem. The sooner it's treated the better the outcome will be. Let your doctor ... Read More

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A 34-year-old male asked:

I just had a colonosopy and had 3 polyps removed. it says no aspirin or nsaid for 7 days. can i start taking my prilosec and multivitamin again?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Yes: The Prilosec and multivitamin are safe to resume. They should not cause any bleeding and may help protect the lining of your stomach and esophagus.

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A 76-year-old female asked:

I'm 76 yrs old my dr says i have a weak bladder what can i do?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Kegel exercises: Kegel exercises performed regularly throughout the day can help over time. There are medications and surgical procedures, but it's always best to sta... Read More

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A male asked:

Semicircular redness the size of half a quarter under the navel with some stinging. surgery was 26 hours ago (cholecystectomy).

Family Medicine 24 years experience

See your doctor: You can have discomfort for several days after surgery, even after laparoscopic surgery. However with redness present you should be evaluated for pos... Read More

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A 44-year-old female asked:

Propranolol makes me dizzy and unable to focus , can't even hold a conversation. this normal?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Side effect: Remember that propranolol is a beta blocker and as such can lower your pulse and blood pressure. Common side effects are dizziness and tiredness. Yo... Read More

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A 28-year-old female asked:

Can a ultrasound at 5w5d be off by 2 weeks?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Usually not: Assuming a fairly accurate Last Menstrual Period date, a properly performed first trimester ultrasound is usually accurate to within 1 week of the pre... Read More

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A 20-year-old female asked:

I've had thick, white, chunky discharge for quite sometime. no itching or burning. not usually any odor. what could it be?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Discharge: This is most likely a yeast infection. This can be treated with simple over the counter medication. See your doctor for proper evaluation to make sure... Read More

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A female asked:

Reoccurring sinus pressure (no congestion or headaches) but causes dizziness. no infection. tried antihistamine and sudafed to no avail. suggestions?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Sinus: Sometimes when over the counter medicines don't work, a nasal steroid spray such as Flonase or Nasonex (mometasone) will. If you can't get to your do... Read More

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A 19-year-old female asked:

Is ebola really as serious as people are making it seem?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Not necessarily: Ebola virus has been known since at least the 1970s. Every couple years since then there have been outbreaks of 200 to 500 cases, mostly in third wor... Read More

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A 42-year-old female asked:

2 days of chest mild intermittent chest pains, slight lightheadness but not passing out. today no pain at all, swollen abdomen and legs. what happened?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Heart disease: These symptoms indicate heart disease until proven otherwise. Could be congestive heart failure. See your doctor for proper evaluation and treatment.

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A 38-year-old male asked:

Started to get slight numbness in left groin area. also, some aches in body, head, muscle, goes away quickly. been last day or two. thoughts?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Neurologic: Numbness and aches implies a neurologic cause. Since the symptoms are not persistent, they are more likely to be benign. If the symptoms worsen or d... Read More

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A female asked:

Had unprotected sex on october 12th ovulated october 14th period don't suppose to start til the 28th i feel a little stomach pains now ?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Pregnancy: If you are fairly certain of your ovulation date, sex 2 days prior should increase your chance of becoming pregnant. If your period does not start as ... Read More

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A 40-year-old female asked:

Recurrent sore throat,purulent lesion (1 or 2) on one or both tonsils.no bacteria or fungi detected by lab tests (done twice).no fever.what can it be?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Inflammation: It is possible to have aseptic (non-infectious) inflammation of the tonsils. It is also possible to have an infection with false-negative tests. You... Read More

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A 20-year-old female asked:

For the past few days i've had this on and off aching in my chest, just under my right breast, no other symptoms. only lasts a few seconds. any idea?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Probably benign: In a young otherwise healthy woman this description is not concerning. It is most likely musculoskeletal pain from the rib cage. See your doctor for... Read More

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A 21-year-old male asked:

I can feel a bump inside my belly button on the top side, kinda hurts, what could it be?!

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Possible hernia: This is likely a small hernia. See your doctor for proper evaluation and treatment.

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A 23-year-old female asked:

Is it more likely to conceive 3 days before expected period? 28 day cycle

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Conception: You are most likely to conceive if you have intercourse 1-3 days prior to ovulation. If you have very regular periods you may be more likely to predic... Read More

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A 37-year-old male asked:

Please share an interesting fact about living with ongoing pain.

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Ignore: Keep moving, stay positive, eat healthy and sleep well. You can live well in spite of chronic pain.

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A 48-year-old female asked:

Is a vegetarian diet considered high-carb, even if you avoid simple carbs and eat plenty of veggie protein? if so, is it bad for you?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Vegetarian: A vegetarian diet can have many health advantages if done properly. Make sure you have the right balance of carbs, fat, and protein. High quality car... Read More

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A 23-year-old female asked:

What can i do for nail fungus that's causing sour oder till i can see the doc in a couple of days?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Nail fungus: While there is no real cure for nail fungus, several topical treatments can provide temporary relief. Some experts recommend Vick's vapor rub applied... Read More

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A 32-year-old female asked:

Pain management how can that help me?no mri showed up no back problem but pain down my hip down my leg what can this be so worried

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Pain management: These symptoms are very common and usually are not associated with significant disease. Common management options include anti-inflammatory meds, phys... Read More

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A 45-year-old male asked:

Hi, i had a cortisone shot 5.days ago in knee but still have pain to the touch. i have bursitis is it normal to still have pain after 5 days thanks ?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Cortisone: Even a properly performed cortisone injection can take up to a week or more to really take effect. If you are having any symptoms of infection, such ... Read More

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A female asked:

I have had a cough for 2 weeks sometimes causing vomiting. mucus was off white but now its green. no fever but chest hurts from coughing so much. help?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Sounds viral: These are common symptoms of most viral respiratory infections. Make sure you get plenty of rest and fluids. You can take Tylenol (acetaminophen) or... Read More

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A 16-year-old female asked:

Gymnastics balance beam falling pain my wrist is black and blue with a part slightly poking my skin. is my wrist broken? i can barely move it

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Fracture: A fracture is likely. See a doctor for proper evaluation and treatment.

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A 23-year-old female asked:

Can blood pregnancy test be wrong? last month my period cycle was 25 days it is irregular every month. last period was 13 sept. and today is 10 oct.

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Sometimes: Tests performed too early in the pregnancy, before there is a significant hCG level, may give false-negative results. If you have been sexually activ... Read More

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A 63-year-old female asked:

Is 137/86 high pulse 65 for a 64 female. dr just put me on lisinopril 10mg i take it in the morning should i take it at night.

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Not too high: Your blood pressure and pulse are in the normal range for adults.

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A 26-year-old female asked:

I had a period on the 26th of september and i'm still bleeding it did go light and pinkish but it's starting to go red again and a bit heavier.help?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

See your doctor: Most women will have some change in their menses at some point. This is usually temporary. In this case, persistent bleeding can lead to other thing... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

I felt weird down there so i put my finger down there and when i looked at my finger there was this white stuff on it could i be pregnant?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Discharge: Vaginal discharges can take many forms. In the absence of other symptoms the more likely causes are normal vaginal secretions or if you just had inter... Read More

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A female asked:

I ripped my cliturus and its not completely off. i don't know what to do. i'm scared. do u think i might need surgery?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Not necessarily: Clitoral trauma does not usually require surgery but should be evaluated to determine any nerve damage or injury to surrounding tissue. See your docto... Read More

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A 17-year-old male asked:

17,viral infection 3 weeks ago, swollen nodes on both sides of neck, been poking them a lot for 3 weeks, will they go back to normal size? & normal?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Yes: Lymphadenopathy or enlarged painful lymph nodes are a common symptom with most viral upper respiratory infections. They are usually the last symptom ... Read More

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A 31-year-old female asked:

I am 7wks pregnant and take 1 norco (hydrocodone and acetaminophen) 10/325 for back pain. not daily, but as needed and no more than one in a day. will the baby have any problems?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Probably safe: No medication is completely safe for the baby, especially in the first trimester of pregnancy. However, the amount of Norco (hydrocodone and acetamin... Read More

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A 29-year-old female asked:

Chance's in percentage of still hymen of 27 working woman who is vergin. can she bleeding in first sex in 27 age ?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Yes: With an intact hymen at first sex, bleeding is still possible even at age 27. Not to worry, but see your doctor if any concerns.

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A 51-year-old female asked:

What is low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (vin 1) mean?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Not cancer: VIN stands for vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia. It is a form of precancerous lesion usually caused by the human papilloma virus. Type I is low-grade... Read More

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A 76-year-old female asked:

I took 4 extra strength tylenol (acetaminophen) in 4 hours is that ok ?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Probably OK: Extra strength Tylenol (acetaminophen) are 500 mg, so 4 of them is 2000 mg. The usual safe recommended maximum daily dose is 3000 mg in 24 hours. If... Read More

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A 21-year-old female asked:

I got the flu shot 9 days ago and came within 6ft of someone who had the flu and was coughing. am i protected enough at this point?

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Flu: The best protection from the flu is getting immunized, avoiding sick people, hand-washing, getting adequate rest and fluids. If you have a healthy im... Read More

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A 25-year-old male asked:

What effects does cannabis have on ur bp while smoking? why do my body react so extreme in stress response? super high bp and hr

Family Medicine 24 years experience

Sympathetic: The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for raisining heart rate and can contribute to elevated blood pressure in times of stress. Some people ... Read More

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