Question 1

hi doc am only 5ft what weight shud i be x?

Accepted Answer

Check a BMI chart: Average weights are guidelines only. You can easily find calculators to enter your height and weight to see what your bmi is. But, if you feel fine, that's also important. Age is often taken as a factor too.

Question 2

hi doc i haven't received the script as yet?

Accepted Answer

No scripts: Are issued on this platform that is meant for educational purposes mostly. If your prescription was issued following a virtual consult you may want to call the help desk in trying to inquire about it. Going back to your account you may be able to download the note issued by the doc that evaluated you.

Question 3

hi docs! what could make tmj disorder worse?

Accepted Answer

TMJ/TMD: It can get worse by just functions of the jaw- eating, chewing, yawning, singing, playing a musical instrument, trauma, yelling...Get the picture?  Even a slight popping over the years can slowly develop into a locking or limitation of opening or trouble closing the jaw. I would see a dentist or tmj/tmd specialist before it gets worse and becomes much harder to treat.

Question 4

hi docs, would cardio help you lose weight ?

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Absolutely: A combination of cardio workouts ; weight training and nutritious diet with portion control is optimum.

Question 5

hi docs, would germs in food die when frozen?

Accepted Answer

Mostly no: Most germs survive freezing nicely and are activated when the food warms up.  This is way cooking to higher temperatures is recommended.

Question 6

hi docs, my friend threatens to kill himself?

Accepted Answer

Imminent threats of: suicide- if cooperative - drive your friend to the nearest ER or help arrange a relative to do this. Uncooperative and suicidal - call 911 for help from law enforcement.

Question 7

hi docs, would my height affect my life span?

Accepted Answer

No: Not unless your height is a symptom that is part of bigger syndrome (such as dwarfism or  acromegaly)

Question 8

hi docs, would beta blocker affect excercise?

Accepted Answer

Fatigue: The most common side effect of beta blockers is fatigue. Energy level may decrease and exercising may feel a bit more difficult. Besides this, you should be able to continue with an exercise program. Problems with beta blocker overdose may include low blood pressure or low heart rate, but these do not occur commonly in all users.

Question 9

hi docs, is it true that potatoes are good for you?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Just as good as any other food.  None is better than another.  It is the combined effect of the diet that counts.  Eat a well balanced and nutritious diet. Use potatoes in a way that fits with everything else.

Question 10

hi docs, would wearing a wig help with trichotillomania?

Accepted Answer

It can be used: as an adjunct to therapy or to cover baldness. Consider  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,  Behavior Therapy, Psychotherapy, hypnosis &amp; /or medications like Clomipramine or SSRI's.

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