Question 1

what exactly is a heating pad and kind to use?

Accepted Answer

Heating pad: A heating pad is basically a thin flat plastic pad with coils inside, which when plugged in, warm the pad.  There are many brands available, but choosing one with a washable fabric cover and at least three heat settings would be best.  Most drug stores sell them.

Question 2

it okay to use heating pad at 34 weeks

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends where you are using it.  If  you are using it on you back or leg or arm that is okay. Not on your abdomen.

Question 3

what would you do if you have a netlike rach but you don't use heating pad or anything? what could it be

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Livedo reticularis: Netlike rash (livedo reticularis) could be a normal variant with cold exposure. In this case it disappears once skin is warmed up. If it is a persistent skin pattern, some investigation & possibly a skin biopsy are needed. Livedo is a vascular pattern, meaning there is some inflammation of blood vessels, which can be seen in lupus, vasculitis, certain meds & others. Please see dermatologist.

Question 4

can i use moist heating pad to manage sciatica?

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Yes: The sciatic nerve can be irritated because of a herniated disc, arthritis that results in tightening of the spinal canal, falls, injuries, or other rare reasons (tumors, infections). Anti-inflammatory medications, alternating heat/cold therapy, physical therapy (especially with traction) can be helpful to relieve sciatic pain.

Question 5

i am diagnosed with cholecystitis.  can i use a heating pad to soothe the pain.?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: But internal pressure pains from gallstones causing irritation of the gallbladder may have limited relief from external heat. Can try ibuprofen. Avoid fried, fatty & greasy foods.  See your doctor to get a referral to a general surgeon to discuss gallbladder surgery.

Question 6

is it safe to use a heating pad on an inflamed spleen?

Accepted Answer

Cold pack better: Heat often increases blood flow to an area, which might make the spleen tend to enlarge even more (and usually hurt more at minimum). Cold pack (wrap it to prevent skin injury) likely better relief w/o this risk. Be gentle until swelling down due to rupture risk & follow closely w/your dr.

Question 7

is it safe to use a heating pad on an inflamed stomach?

Accepted Answer

Inflamed stomach?: No idea what inflamed stomach  is. Yes, especially if you have cramps heat can help. Watch not to burn yourself however. Also would be advisable to check out with a physician your symptoms. Heating pad is just for a symptom, find out why you have them...

Question 8

is it ok to use a heating pad after having a c section?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The heat can be soothing and can accelerate healing.

Question 9

can you use a heating pad while wearing a holter monitor?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Holter monitoring is going to check for arrhythmias and heating pads will not interfere.

Question 10

is it okay to use a heating pad on abdomen after csection?

Accepted Answer

Heating pad: Have something like a towel under it, between your skin and the heating pad but yes you can use one.

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