Question 1

what happens with pinal manipulation under anesthesia?

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Don't do it!: A literature search resulted in only a couple of small case reports. Obviously not enough evidence of efficacy or safety for spinal application.

Question 2

does pin-x expires ??

Accepted Answer

The package says so: Pin-X (generic pyrantel) is used to treat pinworms. It works by paralyzing the worms. As with nearly all consumables, there is a "use by" date.While medicines do not become more dangerous after this date, the medicine may not be effective. Often  medicines WILL be effective for some time (several months to a year or two) after the date,but there is no way to tell. Best: don't use outdated medicine

Question 3

orthopaedic pin/plate removal - would it be necessary?

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Hardware removal: The answer totally depends on where the pin/plate is and what structure it is supporting.  Most orthopedic implants are made to stay in the human body and are not routinely removed.

Question 4

how do i fet rid of pins and nidled?

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Evaluation: Common causes depending on distribution are low potassium, nerve compression, diabetic neuropathy, anxiety, multiple sclerosis

so you see can be treated with potassium, neurontin, lyrica, (pregabalin) reassurance, anti-anxiety among others.

Question 5

what causes pins and stinging feeling in my thighs

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See below: Problems like these can only be correctly handled by your doctor in person.  He/she needs to listen to you, perform an examination and possibly run labs or other tests. That's the only way he/she can find out what's going on and what to do about it.

Question 6

what would cause needles and pins in only 2 fingers?

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Paresthesias: The "pins and needles" sensation in only two fingers may indicate that you have a nerve entrapment along the sensory innervation of a nerve. If it were your ring and pinky fingers that had the pins and needles on the palm side, it would be your ulnar nerve that had a paresthesia. The ulnar nerve is commonly bumped at your elbow and can cause this kind of paresthesia. Try not to lean on your elbow.

Question 7

what causes the pins and needles feeling?

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Spine nerve irritate: Spinal nerve root irritation always causes muscle spasms.  If the pain is primarily due to nerve damage, there are symptoms of pins and needles, numbness, burning,  shooting and sharp pains.  If  the pain is due to nerve irritation with predominant muscle spasm, the pain is usually aching, cramping, dull, and the muscles are stiff and tight.You will need to be evaluated by your family doctor and a.

Question 8

what exactly is the "pins and needles" feeling?

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Likely blood flow.: This feeling is likely from the return of blood flow after sitting or resting or being put in such a way as to cut down or stop the circulation of blood to a part of the body, like the foot or arm.  The affected area gets numb and feeling can even be partly lost.  If it is corrected, and put back to a normal position, the blood flow returns and there are "pins and needles", before normal feeling.

Question 9

pins and needles in my head?

Accepted Answer

?Headache: It would be helpful to get more information. Consult a physician if it is not getting better with rest, tylenol/ibuprofen ( if not told to avoid these).

Question 10

what causes pin point bruising?

Accepted Answer

If you mean.....: Petechiae, these are seen in the context of a low platelet count (aka thrombocytopenia). If you have a petechiae rash, you should be seen by your doctor.

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