Question 1

i itch over whole body and on scalp, sometimes over veins, like ankles, feet and legs. or just over outside knees and elbows... also on my scalp. i don't have a rash or use medicine. i don't use any body lotions or fabric softeners. about a year now?

Accepted Answer

Itch: Generalized itching without an accompanying rash may be due to excessively dry skin, diabetes, certain malignancies or hormonal disorders like hyperthyroidism. I recommend that you consult a dermatologist who will examine you and order appropriate tests in order to make a diagnosis.

Question 2

how to treat dry cracked skin on heel, without softening skin too much?

Accepted Answer

Creams will help: Dry, thickened, cracked heel skin may or may not have some athlete's foot fungus in it. One can try lotrimin (clotrimazole) af cream 2-3 times a day for a couple of weeks, and then switch to a non-medicated cream such as cerave, cetaphil, or eucerin. If not much improvement, a primary care doctor or a dermatologist can evaluate and offer more recommendations.

Question 3

my baby had single umbilical artery, is that why he had coarctation aortic arch + lary, trach, bronc malacia?

Accepted Answer

Maybe shared reason: A single umbilical artery (sua) can be associated with vascular structural abnormalities, skeletal, intestinal or kidney problems, but doesn't cause them, but rather signals their presence. The ltmb is probably unrelated. Sometimes there may be a syndrome that includes sua. Most babies with sua are completely well.

Question 4

my daughter, 14 months is constipated despite giving her fluids. used stool softener for a month. if i stop medication, she is constipated again.

Accepted Answer

Need: Evaluation and diet modification including increasing fiber, exercise in addition of increased fluid and may need use of stool softener for a longer period

Question 5

i don't get perscribed medications often, so im probably overreacting. i didn't know i had to stop taking benzonatate after my coughing stopped. i'm starting to experience constipation. what should i do? should i take a stool softener?

Accepted Answer

: Drinking lots of fluids,eating fiber in the form of veggies and fruits,exercising are all important. If you have no urge for a bowel movement take a bowel stimulant like senokotS according to instructions or take miralax. Drinking hot water may work. 
. If you have an urge&amp; can't move, work from below with dulcolax rectal suppositories or fleets enema.

Question 6

can memantin medication,make you feel extremely tired and unbalanced on your feet at 10 mg onice a day for a lady of 75?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Among common side effects dizziness and drowsiness are possible. Talk to your doc about stopping Memantine to see if you feel better. I suspect based on your listed conditions that there might be more than 1 reason for your symptoms.

Question 7

is it ok to use medication to get back on your feet for anxiety , with intention to make changes to eventually get off them? don't want life long.

Accepted Answer

Combo is key: Research tells us that a combination of medication and therapy is key to helping with difficulties like anxiety. Medication can help with the intensity of your symptoms, while therapy can help you learn the tools to overcome anxiety.

Question 8

what could be responsible for feet pain and medication for relief? its on the hill of one foot & towards the center of the other foot.  thanks

Accepted Answer

Plantar fasciitis?: This pain can be quite severe and impairs ambulation. Fracture of the bone/stress fracture can cause severe pain as well, but not likely without trauma or excessive use-i.E jogging/running/jumping etc...It is difficult to tell for sure without examining your foot, but plantar fasciitis is likely. Use of arch support, motrin/aleve, stretching etc...If not better, consult doc..
Good luck.

Question 9

i am a diabetic and whenever i lay down my feet start burning but when i am out and about they don't bother me at all i haven't been taking my medication on a regular cause it makes me sick

Accepted Answer

First : First let me address your statement about not taking your medication regularly because it makes you sick. This is the root of your problem because uncontrolled diabetes (high sugar) leads to something called diabetic neuropathy, which is nerve damage. This causing burning, tingling, and numbness, mainly in your lower extremities, and commonly at night.
If you can control your diabetes, this will likely improve as well. In the meantime your doctor can prescribe medications to help ease your discomfort.
Please schedule a visit with your doctor, discuss your problems with the medication you are currently on, and try a new approach. If you don't things will only get worse.
Take care of yourself.

Question 10

whats the medication for athelets foot ?

Accepted Answer

Topical antifungal: Athlete's foot is a superficial fungal infection usually between the toes.  Use any topical antifungal found in the foot care area of your pharmacy. The fungus that cause athlete's foot likes moisture.  It also helps to never wear the same shoes 2 days in a row to give your shoes time to try out between wearings, always wear socks and if your feet sweat a lot, change your socks mid-day.

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I itch over whole body and on scalp, sometimes over veins, like ankles, feet and legs. or just over outside knees and elbows... also on my scalp. i don't have a rash or use medicine. i don't use any body lotions or fabric softeners. about a year now?

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How to treat dry cracked skin on heel, without softening skin too much?

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My baby had single umbilical artery, is that why he had coarctation aortic arch + lary, trach, bronc malacia?

A member asked:

My daughter, 14 months is constipated despite giving her fluids. used stool softener for a month. if i stop medication, she is constipated again.

A member asked:

I don't get perscribed medications often, so im probably overreacting. i didn't know i had to stop taking benzonatate after my coughing stopped. i'm starting to experience constipation. what should i do? should i take a stool softener?

A member asked:

Can memantin medication,make you feel extremely tired and unbalanced on your feet at 10 mg onice a day for a lady of 75?

A member asked:

Is it ok to use medication to get back on your feet for anxiety , with intention to make changes to eventually get off them? don't want life long.

A member asked:

What could be responsible for feet pain and medication for relief? its on the hill of one foot & towards the center of the other foot. thanks

A member asked:

I am a diabetic and whenever i lay down my feet start burning but when i am out and about they don't bother me at all i haven't been taking my medication on a regular cause it makes me sick

A member asked:

Whats the medication for athelets foot ?

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