Question 1

dear dr. !
my memory, understanding and intelligence used to be unusuall on my family, my friends and teachers!... now  i' m not  comfort about the rate in which my memory and concentrate decline!.
i have low back pain since 8/2018?

Accepted Answer

Time to see doc: Your symptoms are interfering with your functional status and you have also unexplained somatic symptoms, the back pain. A detailed history, physical exam and possibly tests will be needed. Start with your primary care doc who can further coordinate in case specialist input needed.

Question 2

i m 18 and want to be healthier. tell me how?

Accepted Answer

Diet, exercise,happy: A healthy diet is essential for good health- the basis should be fruits & veggies. See http://www.Drfuhrman.Com/library/what-is-a-nutritarian-diet.Aspx
minimize exposure to environmental toxins.
Being happy is essential! this often involves doing work you enjoy, helping others, having good relationships & a spiritual connection. Try to reduce stress- meditation helps. 
Stay physically active.

Question 3

how can i get taller im 18?

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Unlikely: You are likely at your adult height.  There are no special medications or diets at this point to increase your height. Your height is also dependent upon genetics, the height of your parents.

Question 4

can you be 18 and take valium?

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YES: There needs to be a medical condition to prescribe this medication though.

Question 5

could you grow taller after 18?

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Unlikely to happen: At 18 the growth centers have likely closed  so no more linear growth is expected.If you want to know for sure an x-ray of the wrist ; hand can be analysed for bone maturity ; tell if the growth centers remain open to new growth. A bone maturity more consistent with 14 would leave some room for growth.

Question 6

do men grow until 18 years old?

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Usually : Once growth plates are sealed no more growth in height.

Question 7

how to increase height after 18?

Accepted Answer

You cannot: you may still grow a bit and take good nutrition and a daily vitamin but a lot of it is genetic--so do not worry too muchj.

Question 8

should my 18-month-old watch tv?

Accepted Answer

No: The american academy of pediatrics does not recommend tv viewing for children under 2 years of age.

Question 9

can i still grow taller after 18?

Accepted Answer

Puberty: Most males stop growing taller by around age 18 and for most girls it is around 16 to 17 years old. However, this varies – especially if the person entered puberty late.

Question 10

what is an ok bp for 18 yo female?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure : Blood pressure normals are a range and fairly wide on the low side. Anything over 140/90 we consider high, on the low side if you feel well, even 80/50 would be ok.

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Dear dr. ! my memory, understanding and intelligence used to be unusuall on my family, my friends and teachers!... now i' m not comfort about the rate in which my memory and concentrate decline!. i have low back pain since 8/2018?

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I m 18 and want to be healthier. tell me how?

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How can i get taller im 18?

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Can you be 18 and take valium?

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Could you grow taller after 18?

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Do men grow until 18 years old?

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How to increase height after 18?

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Should my 18-month-old watch tv?

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Can i still grow taller after 18?

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What is an ok bp for 18 yo female?

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