Question 1

is it true that liposuction of the abs and flanks take longer to see final results than other areas?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: It depends on the amount of fat removal. Every patient is different. It may take a few months to see the final shape.

Question 2

how much longer do i wait too see tretinon results for acne and pores?

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May take 3 months or: longer to seen significant results from tretinoin, and occasionally there is a small flare before things look better.  Before that, your skin may feel dry, but if it is very red or inflamed, cut back on the quantity of gel applied and/or the frequency.  Redness from previous pimples take time to fade as well as stopping the cycle of new pimples.

Question 3

can 2% hydroquinone be as effective as 4% just over a longer period of time, or is it not possible to ever see the same results? treating dark circles

Accepted Answer

In general: the higher percentage concentration will be more effective ... you can't really make up effectiveness with a lower concentration applied over a longer period of time. I understand the 2% strength is available over the counter without a prescription which is probably the basis for your question. The higher 4% strength will be available by prescription; consider making an appointment.

Question 4

i've been taking antibiotics for 3 days and see no results yet should i wait longer before going back to doctor?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately : You didn't mention why you were taking antibiotics.  Some infections respond quite rapidly, some more slowly, but for most you would start to see some benefit.  If you are at all concerned why not at least reach out to your treating physician.

Question 5

i have received my covid-19 test results yesterday and i tested positive. i started feeling tired last saturday. by when am i no longer contagious as i want to see my kids so bad they have been with my mom since monday?

Accepted Answer

Minimum 14 days: People with Covid are contagious starting 24-48 hours before they develop symptoms and can be contagious up to 14 days after developing symptoms. The CDC recommends that a person with Covid stay in self-isolation for 14 days minimum. If symptoms worsen or new ones arise (fever, cough, shortness of breath) then the person should stay isolated longer.

Question 6

how long to see results from jogging?

Accepted Answer

Its gradual: Obviously the extent of improvement with
endurance and speed wil be based on 
your starting level.
I would start by running every other day.
You should start to feel improvement in your
endurance over the first 1-2 weeks.
The key is to be consistent and be in it for
the long term - not a quick fix.

Question 7

is going from 10 mg prozac (fluoxetine) to 40 mg ok, and how long to see results?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Results (and their speed) depend on the reasons you're being prescribed the Prozac (fluoxetine) to begin with.  Going from 10 mg to 40 mg is a big jump, and as a physician i would be more gradual about it.  Generally one needs several weeks to notice changes.  Since you've shared no info about why you were prescribed prozac, (fluoxetine) i can't really comment further.

Question 8

elevated tsh, normal t4, no hypothyroid symptoms. have recently quit caffeine / significantly reduced alcohol (in case it's adrenal fatigue). is this likely to lower tsh? how long to see results?

Accepted Answer

There is: There is a condition called subclinical hypothyroidism where where the TSH can be slightly elevated and a patient may or may not have symptoms.  If the patient does not have symptoms, medication is usually not started and the TSH is rechecked later.

Question 9

when are results from a hida scan of gallbladder available? can they see whats going on in the moment?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Typically when you have a HIDA scan they give the dye and then at the end inject CCK to stimulate the gallbladder. This does give real time information, and most people will reproduce there pain with CCK when it is given.

Question 10

how long do it take to see result of crestoe 10mg?

Accepted Answer

Depends . . .: I assume you're referring to crestor, (rosuvastatin) the cholesterol lowering drug. In that case, your LDL should drop in 30 days a result of any statin drug. More importantly, however, there's no peer-reviewed evidence of any outcome benefit from this particular drug, at least not yet. By that i'm referring to pravastatin, Simvastatin ; atorvastatin's ability to lower risk for heart attack ; possibly stroke.

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Is it true that liposuction of the abs and flanks take longer to see final results than other areas?

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How much longer do i wait too see tretinon results for acne and pores?

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Can 2% hydroquinone be as effective as 4% just over a longer period of time, or is it not possible to ever see the same results? treating dark circles

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I've been taking antibiotics for 3 days and see no results yet should i wait longer before going back to doctor?

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I have received my covid-19 test results yesterday and i tested positive. i started feeling tired last saturday. by when am i no longer contagious as i want to see my kids so bad they have been with my mom since monday?

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How long to see results from jogging?

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Is going from 10 mg prozac (fluoxetine) to 40 mg ok, and how long to see results?

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Elevated tsh, normal t4, no hypothyroid symptoms. have recently quit caffeine / significantly reduced alcohol (in case it's adrenal fatigue). is this likely to lower tsh? how long to see results?

A member asked:

When are results from a hida scan of gallbladder available? can they see whats going on in the moment?

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How long do it take to see result of crestoe 10mg?

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