Question 1

good day all, i have a 2 week old baby suffering from a blocked nose and now she struggles to breath when she's feeding. can i self medicate and if so what medication should i get at the pharmacy?

Accepted Answer

Nasal wash: At 2 weeks the primary cause of congestion is the environment. House dust, fragrance, perfumes and cleaning products all leave scents that  irritate a babies nose. A good nasal clean out with saline can remove much of this irritant load, but removing the offending irritants helps more in the long run.Air particle filters can also help. No meds help this.

Question 2

how can i medicate anxiety naturally?

Accepted Answer

Exercise or yoga: Both exercise and yoga have been proven in trials to reduce symptoms of anxiety.  They also have several health benefits outside of mood that make them a "no-brainer" for anyone interested in maximizing their performance.  Also, as little as ten minutes twice a day can be beneficial.  Mindfulness-based meditation is also a proven, drug-free alternative for treatment of anxiety.

Question 3

what is a good way to stop itching non medicated?

Accepted Answer

Cold... : Depends  what is the cause of itching? In General itching comes as response to release histamin to skin . Its worse if u take hot shower or alcohol may trigger it as well. Try cool lokewsrm shower .?Moisturiser lotion or Aloe vera gel from refrigirator. OTC..,but medicated with topical stetoid is Aveno anti- itch .

Question 4

why do drs not feel it is important to medicate a person with high cd4 counts?

Accepted Answer

Various opinions: There are many doctors who treat HIV disease who will begin medications even when the CD4 cell counts are high.  This will depend on a variety of factors, and the actual levels.  The philosophy of withholding treatment until levels are low has been disproven and is in fact harmful.

Question 5

i have had flu for over 2 weeks now. self- medicated too. if it persists, what are the next steps?

Accepted Answer

Flu symptoms: If you have had symptoms for two weeks, likely something other than flu.  You should  be seen.

Question 6

tb contagious if medicated?

Accepted Answer

If sputum infected: Tb remains contagious as long as you are coughing up sputum that still contains the bacteria. This can go on despite being medicated as it can weeks to months to clear the sputum.  Submitting a monthly sputum sample will confirm when your sputum has cleared.

Question 7

i have std dr. martin raff how i medicate this ?

Accepted Answer

STD: Make sure you are being tested for all stds, find an infectious diseases expert or go to an std clinic and get evaluated and treated.  Without knowing what you have it is impossible to recommend treatment. Good luck.

Question 8

what is peg feeding?

Accepted Answer

Peg feeding...: Peg feeding is when nutrition is given via a tube placed in the stomach through the skin. The tube is usually placed by a GI doctor during an endoscopy procedure. Many types of patients who cannot eat normally but have functioning GI tracts benefit from this type of feeding.

Question 9

symptoms of over medicated levothyroxine?

Accepted Answer

Levothyroxine Excess: You didn't mention the dose you were taking and the number of tablets you had over medicated with so it's difficult to project if you have a dangerous situation going on.  The usual signs and symptoms of thyroid toxicity are a racing heart where it feels like it's throbbing, nervousness, intolerance to heat, increase in blood pressure, insomnia, and irritability.

Question 10

is it possible to over medicate for hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Hypertension: It is possible to over medicate for hypertension, however, it is not recommended that you stop any meds without discussing with your physician.

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Good day all, i have a 2 week old baby suffering from a blocked nose and now she struggles to breath when she's feeding. can i self medicate and if so what medication should i get at the pharmacy?

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How can i medicate anxiety naturally?

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What is a good way to stop itching non medicated?

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Why do drs not feel it is important to medicate a person with high cd4 counts?

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I have had flu for over 2 weeks now. self- medicated too. if it persists, what are the next steps?

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Tb contagious if medicated?

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I have std dr. martin raff how i medicate this ?

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