Question 1

abnormal pap smear result- i'm 19 & results were lsil, epca, midh, with no endocervical component identified- should i wait 6mo/year and then re-pap?

Accepted Answer

Pap smear: Pap smears are not recommended in women younger than 21 per the latest ACOG &amp; ASCCP guidelines. I would check with your provider as to why you received a Pap smear at 19

Question 2

why is eecp not widely available?

Accepted Answer

Possible reasons...: Some hospitals have eecp machines and technicians in the U.S.. There may be reasons why not more machines are available. Maybe some cardiologists don't believe the treatments produce much benefit. Perhaps there are not many patients eligible who are also at low risk for complications of eecp. Maybe the possible complications are worrisome. If interested, one can consult his cardiologist.

Question 3

what are the course of back each?

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Depends...: Backache can be due to common aches/pains from muscle usage or can be more serious--including problems that feel like back pain but coming from somewhere else. Duration and associated activities that cause worsening are important to know, as well as exact location and if there is tenderness to touch. You should be examined in person for this and XR is a possible course of action as well.

Question 4

what is constant nauseaon each day.

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Abnormal: Persistant nausea has many possible causes.You must see your doctor if this persist for more than a few days.

Question 5

how could you train as an eecp operator?

Accepted Answer

Not much: Hi paige --
this is an automated machine -- so it should be pretty simple and self explanatory and anybody can operate it -- but a physician should supervise to make sure that the patient is stable -.

Question 6

do senses make up for each other if lost?

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Some adjustment: The lowering or loss of one sense means less interference with the functioning of another which can add information.  There is no make up and no true addition of the sensitivity of the other senses.

Question 7

what amount exercise should we get each day?

Accepted Answer

30 min: A good start would be to try and walk 30min/day 3-5 times per week.  You will also want to add resistance training to help build lean muscle mass and help burn more calories.  A simple introductory home exercise program designed to build lean muscle and strengthen the core can be found at www.therehabzone.com

Question 8

about how many people die from c.f. each year?

Accepted Answer

Below: This is the latest stats I could find:

Best Answer:   Deaths from Cystic Fibrosis: 485 deaths (NHLBI 1999)

Death rate extrapolations for USA for Cystic Fibrosis: 484 per year, 40 per month, 9 per week, 1 per day, 0 per hour, 0 per minute, 0 per second. Note: this extrapolation calculation uses the deaths statistic: 485 deaths (NHLBI 1999)

this calculation is using the 1999 stats--

Question 9

why is it important to get in the sun each day?

Accepted Answer

Life needs the sun: Humans have lived with and adapted to sunlight for thousands and thousands of years. Sunlight affects certain areas of our brains and improves our moods. Sunshine regulates our sleep/wake cycles, and it makes vitamin d in our bodies.

Question 10

how much weight can you lose  safely each week?

Accepted Answer

A couple pounds/wk: Successful (intentional) weight loss requires that a person stick to a plan for months or years. The person must be happy with the foods he gets to eat, so severe calorie restriction is usually unsuccessful. A person can cut back on calories enough to lose 2 pounds a week, and will be more likely to stay with that modest type of plan. Two pounds a week is about 100 pounds a year!

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Abnormal pap smear result- i'm 19 & results were lsil, epca, midh, with no endocervical component identified- should i wait 6mo/year and then re-pap?

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Why is eecp not widely available?

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What are the course of back each?

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What is constant nauseaon each day.

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How could you train as an eecp operator?

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Do senses make up for each other if lost?

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What amount exercise should we get each day?

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About how many people die from c.f. each year?

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Why is it important to get in the sun each day?

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How much weight can you lose safely each week?

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