Question 1

is it ok to play sports if i still feel light headed but have on and off headache or should i wait longer after a concussion over a week ago?

Accepted Answer

No; symptom free: You must be symptom free( no headache, lightheadedness, inability to concentrate, etc) for min. 1 week prior to returning to your sport. In fact , you really need to see your physician who can examine you and is familiar w/ post- concussive sxs. And return to sport protocol.

Question 2

how long must i wait to play sports after having surgery for pneumothorax?

Accepted Answer

At least a month: Depends what sports you are talking about. I would be careful about serious contact sports ever. You still have a risk of ptx on the other side 
scuba diving is out as is skydiving. 
Recreational sports, tennis, baseball, soccer, etc are ok once your incisions have healed.

Question 3

i dont play sports but i workout every 5 days and i havent masturbated for a month and just recently masturbated one time and one day i dont do frequently but wen should i masturbate should it be after seven days each week or wait after week?

Accepted Answer

It doesn't matter: Normal masturbation does not cause damage. Likewise, normal sexual intercourse does not cause damage. That means using good technique, and of course, as with all things in life, do everything in moderation. Even too much of a good thing can become a problem.

Question 4

how long must you wait until you can play sports again after swine flu?

Accepted Answer

No fever.: One hard and fast rule i like to tell patients is to not play sports when you have a fever.  That being said, there's no mandatory waiting period for sports after having the flu, but if you're still feeling fatigued, don't have the same energy - you can expect that you won't perform as well... Your reflexes won't be the same and you'll be prone to injuries.

Question 5

what do you suggest if my doctor just told me i can no longer play sports?

Accepted Answer

That depends: on what condition you have.

Question 6

if i play sports a lot does that make periods take longer to come because i still didn't get my first period yet. should i stop sports?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Your first period can be delayed if you're very active with sports.  Nevertheless, you should still have other signs of puberty.  I recommend any young woman beyond age 15 that has not had a period be evaluated.  You do not need to stop sports, but if your examination and labs are normal, you I would probably give you hormonal supplements to make sure you're not losing too much bone denisty.

Question 7

i got 7 stitches on my index finger on my knuckle. how long do i wait to be able to play sports like basketball again which involve my index finger?

Accepted Answer

Usually: ...A week after stitches removed (which likely will be in 7-14 days, depending on how much tension on them). If very securely buddy-tape stitched finger to neighbor (or ideally one on each side), could consider bball if not too crazy about it. Good luck!

Question 8

left knee has a bone bruise. its 6 weeks after incident/mri and still in pain. how much longer can i expect to recover until i can play sports etc.?

Accepted Answer

Rest it: The less you use it, the faster it will heal.  This is one case where you should not "suck it up" and return to sports too early.  Continued stress on a weakened bone can lead to displaced intra articular fracture and premature arthritis.  Go with protected weight bearing until there is no more pain, then it should be fully healed.

Question 9

why is it that i get spasms when i play sports?

Accepted Answer

Several reasons: Depends on where you get them and if any other symptoms or underlying condition. Simple muscle spasms can be due to tight or deconditioned tendons and muscles, lack of hydration or electrolytes. Sometimes it can be a secondary, reactive issue due to an underlying problem such as nerve irritation.

Question 10

can you play sports with wilson's disease?  is it possible ?

Accepted Answer

Wilson's Dz: Left untreated, wilson's disease tends to become progressively worse and is eventually fatal. With early detection and treatment, most of those affected can live relatively normal lives. Liver and neurologic damage that occurs prior to treatment may improve, but it is often permanent.  Best wishes.

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Is it ok to play sports if i still feel light headed but have on and off headache or should i wait longer after a concussion over a week ago?

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How long must i wait to play sports after having surgery for pneumothorax?

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I dont play sports but i workout every 5 days and i havent masturbated for a month and just recently masturbated one time and one day i dont do frequently but wen should i masturbate should it be after seven days each week or wait after week?

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How long must you wait until you can play sports again after swine flu?

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What do you suggest if my doctor just told me i can no longer play sports?

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If i play sports a lot does that make periods take longer to come because i still didn't get my first period yet. should i stop sports?

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I got 7 stitches on my index finger on my knuckle. how long do i wait to be able to play sports like basketball again which involve my index finger?

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Left knee has a bone bruise. its 6 weeks after incident/mri and still in pain. how much longer can i expect to recover until i can play sports etc.?

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Why is it that i get spasms when i play sports?

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Can you play sports with wilson's disease? is it possible ?

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